Kwabena
kwah-BEH-nah
The Story of Kwabena
This name is a declaration of steadfastness, the solid anchor of a child born on a day of industrious beginnings.
Kwabena hails from the Akan people of Ghana, a traditional name given to boys born on a Tuesday. This day-name system is a significant cultural practice, linking an individual's identity directly to the day of their birth and the ancestral lineage associated with it.
When you say 'Kwabena,' you feel a sense of dependable strength, like a steady hand guiding a project to completion. This is a name for a boy with quiet determination, a loyal spirit who will build his life with purpose. You’ll find yourself writing 'Kwabena' with a steady hand, each letter a firm foundation for his future.
What It Means
“A Ghanaian name meaning 'born on Tuesday'. It is a traditional name for boys born on that particular day.”
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Peak Year
#28 in 2004
Total Births
701
First Recorded
1970
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