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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Born on Tuesday
- Origin
- Akan
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- ah-BEH-nah
Abena is an Akan girl's name meaning "born on Tuesday," pronounced ah-BEH-nah. It has a worldly feel, and it tells a baby's birth day right in her name.
Meaning & Origin of Abena
Meaning: Born on Tuesday.
Origin: Akan.
Source: Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Abena
ah-BEH-nahIPA /əˈbɛnə/
Popularity of Abena
Abena has never been common in the U.S. It peaked at #3481 in 1973 with 18 babies given the name, and by 2024 it ranked #8408 with 12.
Names Like Abena
These names share Abena’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Abena mean?
Born on Tuesday. (Source: Wikipedia)
How do you pronounce Abena?
Abena is pronounced ah-BEH-nah (IPA: /əˈbɛnə/).
Is Abena a popular name right now?
Abena peaked at #3481 in 1973 and is ranked #8408 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1971–2024.)
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