Kwaku Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kwaku is an Akan name meaning 'Wednesday-born', originating from the Akan language of Ghana. It has evolved through the Akan and modern Twi languages. The name reflects cultural traits of the Akan people, particularly their unique naming conventions based on the days of the week. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kwaku"
Pronunciation
/ˈkwɑːkuː/
Origin
Akan
Etymology
Kwaku is derived from the Akan language of Ghana, meaning 'born on a Wednesday'. It is traditionally given to boys born on that day.
Meaning
Wednesday-born
Language Evolution
Akan (Traditional), Twi (Modern)
Historical Usage
Kwaku has been used within the Akan culture for centuries, particularly among the Akan people of Ghana. Its popularity is closely tied to the cultural significance of day names in the Akan naming system.
Variants & Derivatives
Kwakuya, Kwakuo
Modern Popularity & Image
Kwaku is still commonly used among the Akan people and has gained recognition in broader African cultures. It is often associated with strength and resilience.
Famous People
Kwaku Agyeman-Manu - Ghanaian politician, Kwaku Osei - Ghanaian entrepreneur
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Boy Name Trend
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✨ Kwaku Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 18 peak births in 1995
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kwaku"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Kwaku"
"Kwaku" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5640th of 10718 | 50 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5315th of 16616 | 131 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6116th of 24088 | 193 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 8125th of 23106 | 109 |
Regional Popularity of "Kwaku" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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63.82% 2223rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
44.67% 1999th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
66.98% 3459th/5164 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Kwaku" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kwaku"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kwaku" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Kwaku" in the United States
The name Kwaku is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kwaku has been stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Kwaku' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5640th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5315th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6116th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8125th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Kwaku' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.