Find out how popular the first name Sameko has been for the last 1 years (from 1980 to 1980) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Sameko by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Sameko is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1980, there were 7 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Sameko.

The history of the first name Sameko

The name Sameko is believed to have originated from the Bantu languages spoken in Central and Southern Africa. It is derived from the root word "samek," which means "born during the rainy season" in several Bantu dialects. The name's earliest recorded use dates back to the 15th century in the Kingdom of Kongo, located in present-day Angola and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

In the 16th century, the name Sameko appeared in historical records of Portuguese missionaries and traders who visited the region. It was often given to children born during the rainy months of the year, which were considered auspicious times for new life.

One of the earliest known individuals named Sameko was a Kongolese nobleman and diplomat who lived in the late 15th century. He served as an ambassador to the Portuguese court and played a crucial role in establishing diplomatic relations between the Kingdom of Kongo and Portugal.

During the 17th and 18th centuries, the name Sameko became more widespread in various Bantu communities across Central and Southern Africa. Notable individuals with this name include Sameko Mukuna, a renowned Luba artist and sculptor from the Kasai region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, who lived in the early 19th century.

In the 20th century, Sameko Mande was a Congolese politician and activist who fought for the independence of the Democratic Republic of the Congo from Belgian colonial rule. He was born in 1915 and played a significant role in the country's struggle for freedom.

Another notable individual named Sameko was Sameko Mbili, a South African musician and composer who was born in 1935. He was a pioneer of the Mbaqanga genre, which blended traditional Zulu music with jazz and other influences.

While the name Sameko has its roots in Central and Southern Africa, it has also been adopted by communities in other parts of the world, particularly among those with African diaspora connections. However, its usage remains most prevalent in the regions where it originated.

Data source

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