Akosua
ah-KOH-soo-ah
The Story of Akosua
For parents who know their daughter's arrival will mark a new beginning, this name celebrates the day she arrived.
Akosua is a cherished Akan name from Ghana, traditionally given to girls born on a Sunday. It directly signifies the day of birth, deeply embedded in the cultural fabric of the Akan people. This naming convention connects each child to the rhythm of the week and the ancestral calendar.
You might imagine your child Akosua greeting the world with a bright smile, embodying the warmth and joy of Sunday. This is a name for a daughter who will bring light and happiness into your life, a constant reminder of a hopeful beginning.
What It Means
“Akosua is an Akan name from Ghana given to girls born on Sunday. It signifies the day of birth and is culturally significant.”
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#15 in 2003
Total Births
355
First Recorded
1974
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