religion Meaning
Fon compound names with Mawu
Mawu means God / the divine in Fon cosmology. Many names include it to place the child under divine protection. Here are the most common.
Who is Mawu?
In Fon vodun, Mawu is the supreme, creator deity. Sometimes paired with Lisa to form the primordial couple Mawu-Lisa (female-male, moon-sun).
Boys with Mawu
Girls with Mawu
Associated personality
People with Mawu- names are traditionally seen as spiritual, calm children, marked by a certain seriousness. The name places them under divine protection.
A name that blesses
Giving a child a name with Mawu is an act of faith and gratitude. It entrusts the child’s life to the supreme deity of the Fon pantheon.
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