Spanning Ghana and Togo, the Ewe people boast naming customs tied to ancestral heritage and reverence for birth timing. First names may mark the day a child arrived or reflect core values like unity or faith. With melodic intonations, each name—such as Sena or Komla—carries cultural narratives celebrating both individuality and communal bonds. This practice honors the family’s lineage and the vibrant heritage of West Africa’s Ewe traditions.

Angel -

Of Greek origin, meaning "messenger" or "angel."

Angel -

Of Greek origin, meaning "messenger" or "angel."

Blessing -

Of English origin, meaning "gift" or "favor."

Blessing -

Of English origin, meaning "gift" or "favor."

Christian -

Christian symbolizes 'faith and devotion'.

Christian -

Little anointed ones

Courage -

Courage symbolizes 'strength and bravery'.

Courage -

Courage symbolizes 'strength and bravery'.

David -

Beloved

David -

Beloved

Dela -

Dela

Edem -

Peace

Emmanuel -

God is with us

Emmanuel -

Emmanuel is a strong and confident name, celebrated for its boldness and resilience, ideal for individuals with a dynamic spirit. It has deep biblical and cultural significance, embodying spiritual importance and the promise it conveys.

Esi -

God is my witness

Eva -

Life

Godwin -

Friend of god

Grace -

Blessing

Grace -

Favor

Hope -

Positive expectation

Hope -

Positive expectation

James -

Supplanter

James -

Replacer

John -

God is gracious

John -

God is gracious

Joseph -

She shall add

Joseph -

He shall add

Joshua -

God is salvation

Joshua -

God is deliverance

King -

Monarch

Kofi -

Born on a friday

Kwasi -

Kwasi carries unique cultural or symbolic value.

Lord -

Master, ruler

Malike -

King

Patience -

Suffering

Patience -

Associated with bold qualities.

Paul -

Small

Peace -

Freedom from disturbance

Peace -

Peace

Peter -

Stone

Precious -

Of great value

Raeleen -

Wise and prudent

Shepherd -

Shepherd carries unique cultural or symbolic value.

Shine -

Shine carries unique cultural or symbolic value.

Success -

A favorable outcome or achievement

Winner -

Winner

Wisdom -

Wisdom

Wisdom -

Wisdom

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