For baby girls in Ghana, naming often embraces daily birth customs or attributes cherished by the community. Twi-based names like Akosua (Sunday-born) or Afia (Friday-born) highlight cyclical traditions, while others celebrate virtues or local saints. Whether Christian, Muslim, or grounded in indigenous rites, each name fosters pride in one’s lineage. Embracing a Ghanaian girl’s name can spotlight a shared identity that unites past and present.
Of Akan origin (Ghana), meaning "born on Tuesday."
Of Hebrew origin, meaning "mother of nations" or "strength."
Adwoa means "born on a Monday" in Akan.
Of Akan origin (Ghana), meaning "born on Friday."
Of Hebrew origin, meaning "mother" or "nurturer."
Of African origin, often meaning "born on a Saturday" in Ghanaian cultures.
A variant of Ashanti, meaning "warrior."
Another modern spelling of Ashanti, often used creatively.
Derived from the Swahili word "asante," which translates to "thank you
Happiness
Expanding to include qualities like being star outspoken
Brightness
River
Born on a sunday
Cherished gift
Of African origin origin.
Spring
Nanayaa is a name of Akan origin, typically used by the Akan people of Ghana. It is given to girls born on Thursday and means "mother's blessing" or "mother's gift."
Adds a sense of spirituality and divine intervention to the name
Queen
Strength
