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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Born on Saturday
- Origin
- Akan (Ghana) — traditional day-name
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- KWAH-may
Kwame is a boy's name from the Akan people of Ghana, part of a traditional day-name system — it's given to boys born on a Saturday. It's pronounced KWAH-may. If you're drawn to names that carry a built-in, literal meaning tied to the day a child arrives, this is a straightforward and clear choice.
Meaning & Origin of Kwame
Meaning: Born on Saturday.
Origin: Akan (Ghana) — traditional day-name.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Kwame
KWAH-mayIPA /ˈkwɑːmeɪ/
Popularity of Kwame
Kwame reached its high point in the U.S. in 1990, when 299 babies were given the name, ranking it #583 that year. By 2024 it had fallen to #3297, with just 36 babies recorded, in Social Security data spanning 1960 to 2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Kwame mean?
Born on Saturday. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Kwame?
Kwame is pronounced KWAH-may (IPA: /ˈkwɑːmeɪ/).
Is Kwame a popular name right now?
Kwame peaked at #583 in 1990 and is ranked #3297 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1960–2024.)
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