Akan Heritage baby names

Names tagged with “Akan Heritage” across DNA, style, or vibe in the Namesake database.

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2 names

◈= unisex (gender-neutral)

Akosua
African
84
Born on Sunday in Akan naming tradition. Akosua is the female name given to children born on Sunday, reflecting the Akan day-naming system with deep cultural significance.
Nanakwame
African
62
From Akan, a day-name given to boys born on Saturday (Kwame), with 'Nana' as an honorific prefix meaning grandfather or elder, denoting respect and wisdom.

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Popularity data: Social Security Administration, US births 1880–2024