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Sagbo: a Vodun name

Sagbo is a Fon first name given to a boy born into a family connected to Sakpata, the deity of the earth. Ancient and sacred, it carries a strong spiritual weight.

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Meaning

Origin of the name

SagboBorn on Sakpata’s day
Sak-Prefix linked to Sakpata
VariantsSagbohan, Sakpata
Female counterpartSagbohun (rare)
MeaningProtected by the earth
Sagbo
Boy protected by Sakpata
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Family

Initiated families

Sagbo is traditionally given in families:

InitiatedFamily with Sakpatasí members
VowVow made to Sakpata
BirthOften in the dry season
RegionMono, Couffo, Savè

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Character

Fon tradition

SpiritualStrong bond with the earth
HardworkingEnduring like a farmer
SteadySolid, unhurried
ProtectiveKnows how to defend his clan
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Spiritual

Giving the name Sagbo = committing the child to a spiritual relationship with Sakpata. Many Sagbos become farmers, healers or are involved in Vodun.

Vodun name

Sagbo is not an ordinary first name: it is a spiritual contract with Sakpata. Authentic, ancient, profound.

Nɛ a nɔ nyi ?
“What’s your name?” — lesson 3, chapter 1
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