The Christening
Mekdes
Mekdes (pronounced mèk-DÈS) is a girl name of Amharic origin, used in Ethiopia. It means “Sanctuary, holy place.”
- Origin
- Amharic
- Region
- Ethiopia
- Gender
- Girl
“Mekdes” comes from Amharic culture (Ethiopia). Every African country has its own tale in 54 Tales of Africa, our illustrated collection.
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