119 Ghana Baby Names With Meanings

When a baby is born in Ghana, a lot of thinking goes into the naming, just like in cultures all around the world. Ghana baby names are carefully chosen based on a number of beliefs, customs, and traditions. They encompass a first name followed by the parent’s name or the name of an elder in the house (1). The naming convention in Ghana is unique and varies from systems in the world. For instance, when a baby is born, they are kept indoors for at least seven days. The mother can come out, but the baby cannot unless it’s an emergency. The baby is named on the eighth day. During the naming ceremony, the baby is shown to friends and family and interestingly the guests come dressed in traditional white and colorful clothing (1). The Ghanaians believe that a name accompanies a person for the rest of his or her life and is also a critical rite of passage. Hence, they pick a meaningful name for their children. Besides the meaning, Ghanaian names are also derived from their ethnic Akan names. According to the rules of this ethnic group, baby names should be based on the day the child was born, such as Yawa for one born on Thursday, Ekuwa for one born on Wednesday, and Kojo for one born on Monday. They believe that a child born on a particular day has certain exclusive traits, which should be reflected in their names. The other factors considered by Ghanaians include the time and circumstances surrounding the birth, the gender of the baby, religious views, ancestors, and the father’s name. They also named babies after their order of birth, such as Tawiah for the first child after one has birthed twins or Duku for one who was born eleventh in the family. Additionally, meanings were chosen based on spirituality, virtues, and natural connotations. So, if you’re looking for a beautiful Ghanaian name for your child, look no further. We have got you an extensive list of Ghana names with meanings.

Name		Gender	Meaning
Ababio		Unisex	A child that keeps coming
Abam		Boy	The second child after the twins
Abeeku		Boy	One who is born on Wednesday
Abigail		Girl	Father's joy
Abina		Girl	One born on a Tuesday
Aboagye		Boy	One who is powerful and complete
Abronoma		Boy	Dove
Acheampong		Boy	One that gave birth to the king
Addae		Boy	The morning sun
Adekorafo		Boy	Treasurer
Adjo		Boy	One who is born on Monday
Adjua		Girl	The one born on Monday
Adom		Boy	Help from God
Adric		Boy	one who is a blessed ruler
Adwenpa		Boy	One who gives good ideas
Adwoa		Girl	One born on a Monday
Adzo		Girl	The one born on Monday
Afafa		Girl	The first child of the second husband
Afryea		Girl	Born during good times
Afuom		Unisex	On the field
Agyei		Boy	Messenger from God
Agyenim		Boy	The great one from God
Agymah		Boy	One who leaves his community
Ajoba		Girl	One who is born on Monday
Akuba		Girl	One who is born on Wednesday
Akwete		Girl	Elder of the twins
Andrew		Boy	Man; Manly; Brave; Strength; Warrior
Angela		Girl	Messenger; Angel
Antobam		Girl	The posthumous child
Araba		Girl	The one who is born on a Tuesday.
Awusi		Girl	The one who is born on a Sunday
Bediako		Boy	One who is in war
Boahinmaa		Girl	The one who has left her community
Botwe		Boy	The 8th born.
Bubune		Boy	Honor to Him
Charles		Boy	Free man
Coblah		Boy	One who is born on Tuesday.
Commie		Boy	One who is born on a Saturday
Daniel		Boy	God is my judge
Danquah		Boy	Everlasting
Danso		Boy	One who is reliable
Deladem		Unisex	Redeemed by a savior
Dhakirah		Girl	The one who remembers god frequently
Dodzi		Boy	To persevere
Dofi		Girl	The second child after the twins
Dogbeda		Unisex	Pray
Duku		Unisex	The 11th born
Dzidzorli		Unisex	There is happiness
Dziedzorm		Boy	I was glad
Dzifa		Unisex	One who is at peace
Ebo		Boy	One who is born on a Tuesday
Effia		Girl	A girl born on Friday
Efua		Girl	They are born on friday
Ejo		Girl	A girl born on Monday
Ekow		Boy	Boy born on Thursday
Ekuwa		Girl	One who is born on Wednesday
Elikplim		Boy	God is with me
Elinam		Unisex	He is there for me
Elolo		Boy	God is great
Enyonyam		Girl	It is good for me
Eric		Boy	Eternal ruler
Esi		Girl	One who is born on Sunday
Evans		Boy	God is gracious
Felicia		Girl	Blessed with luck
Haniah		Girl	Of happiness and bliss
Ikhlas		Girl	Sincerity
Isaac		Boy	He will laugh
Jennifer		Girl	Fair; White; Smooth
Jessica		Girl	God beholds
Joe		Boy	God will increase
John		Boy	God is merciful and gracious
Kaatachi		Boy	Paramount chief or leader
Kafui		Boy	Praise him
Kisi		Girl	One who is born on Sunday
Klenam		Boy	Shine
Kojo		Boy	Born on Monday
Kplorm		Boy	Guide me
Kuukuwa		Girl	One who is born on Wednesday
Kwaku		Boy	Boy born on a Wednesday
Kwamena		Boy	one who is born on Saturday
Likem		Unisex	Establish me
Lumusi		Girl	One who is born face downward
Maame		Girl	Born on Saturday
Madonudenu		Boy	My confidence is in Him (God)
Makafui		Boy	I will praise Him
Malike		Boy	I will be established
Mama		Girl	One who is born on Saturday
Manorgbe		Boy	I shall live
Mary		Girl	Beloved; Exalted
Mawufeasi		Boy	God's hand
Mawuli		Boy	There Is A God
Mawusi		Girl	One who is in the hands of God
Michael		Boy	Who is like God
Miriam		Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness
Morowa		Girl	Queen
Nanyamka		Girl	God's gift
Nkrumah		Boy	The 9th born child
Nyakpoo		Boy	A calm answer
Nyankomago		Girl	The second child after twins
Ozigbodi		Girl	Patience

Infographic: Adorable Ghana Names For Boys And Girls

From gender-specific names to astrological influences, this insightful infographic delves into the key aspects of Ghanaian naming practices. It aims at shedding light on the cherished rituals and ceremonies that celebrate new life and family heritage. Discover how these meaningful names connect individuals to their ancestry, spiritual beliefs, and diverse ethnic backgrounds.

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