One who embraces or punishes –as the case may be-other people either physically or spiritually. belonged to Omuchwezi Kagole. hence the saying “Atwoki Kagole”

From a Luo word “Achaali”, meaning “I resemble you”. In Bunyoro it refers to someone who resembles another in nature and character and who easily relates to other people. its for men only; also for small boys and for dogs. hence the saying is “Acaali mbwa”

Means one who has powers, abilities and skills to attract other people, exhibiting qualities often observed and admired among small boy children. princesses can also be addressed as “Apuuli”

Is one who upholds national, community and family interests with great love, care, kindness, honesty, etc [Perhaps this explains why this is a very popular mpaako among parents] It has no Luo root; it is the only praise name whose root is in Bunyoro-Kitara. The saying associated with this empaako. “Akiiki rukiikura mahanga”

In luo tradition it means “Someone who bosses”. It is an uncommon praise name, most likely because it might have been used by chiefs. questionable

Comes from a Luo word “Okalo”, meaning “S/he has jumped over you”. In Bunyoro-Kitara, however, it implies someone with the highest responsibility as a leader in the kingdom i.e. Rukirabasaija Agutamba Omukama. It used for Omukama only and even then by men only when greeting him.

Is derived from the Luo word “Atenyo”, meaning “I have left it”. In our culture, Ateenyi is someone who loves and understands a wrongdoer without condoning wrongdoing. it was associated with River Muzizi snake which was worshiped. Hence the saying “Ateenyi njoka ya Rwamuziizi”

One who saves other people and is perceived to have the power of thunder, giving the expression “Araali Nkuba”. it is also the empaako of Omwucwezi Kagoro and all those called Kagoro as always Araali

From a Luo word “Amoto” meaning that “I greet you”. In Bunyoro-Kitara, however, Amooti refers to someone who genuinely respects other people, thinking and speaking well of them. Saying associated with this empaako. “eba y’Omukama rundi ebya Ruhanga.”, Amooti is also the Official mpaako of the Omukama

Related to a Luo word “Adyero” which means that “I have sacrificed you”. In Bunyoro, however, Adyeri is someone who is friendly, affectionate with a larger-than-life heart. belonged to embandwa Kaikara, hence the saying “Adyeeri Kaikara”. Whoever is named Rwakaikara or kaikara is Adyeri

Comes from a Luo word “Abwolo”, meaning “I deceive you”. However, in our culture, it has to do with diplomatic relationships. The theory behind this is that “Not all truth needs to be told always, because it might cause unnecessary and often avoidable hurt and pain”. for men and women; small girls are also addressed as Abwoli, also for cats, hence the saying “Abwooli Kajangu”

Comes from a Luo word “Aboko” which means “I have narrated to you”. The holder of this praise name is meant to be someone who cherishes the roles of parents, teachers, elders, mentors, counsellors and leaders. The saying associated with this empaako. “eba y’ihembe.”

Is akin to the Luo word “Abalo” meaning “I have spoilt it”. According to our culture, it means someone who loves other people unconditionally. It was formerly reserved for those close to the king-maybe the reason why, even now, it is rare.