Kwabena: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: kw-ahb-ehn-ah
Origin: Unspecified
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Global
Meaning: Kwabena means 'born on a Tuesday'.

The name Kwabena is deeply rooted in Akan culture, particularly among the Ashanti and Fante subgroups of the Akan people in Ghana. It means "born on a Tuesday" and is part of a naming tradition where children are named after the day of the week they were born. This practice underscores the significance attributed to the days of the week within the Akan culture, believed to bestow certain attributes on their bearers. The name Kwabena carries cultural and spiritual meanings, associated with character traits such as determination, leadership, and profound thoughtfulness. Over time, the use of the name Kwabena has persisted despite cultural changes, reflecting a robust effort to preserve cultural identity.

Kwabena Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Kwabena is currently #12638 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Kwabena is currently #5466 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Kwabena is currently #6171 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Kwabena is currently #2712 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names

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