Kwakou
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇬🇭 Ghana
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Spiritual
Meaning & Etymology
Born on Saturday
Born on Saturday
Etymology
The name is derived from the Ewe word Kɔkɔ (Saturday) combined with the suffix -ku (born of).
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Atlantic-Congo > Volta-Congo > Gbe
Cultural context
In Ewe culture, the day of the week on which a child is born is significant and often influences the choice of name. Saturday-born children are associated with the deity Nyɔkplɔ, who is linked to the day.
Symbolism
The name symbolises the day of the week and the associated traits of those born on Saturdays, often linked to peace and harmony.
Naming ceremony
The Ewe naming ceremony, called Viɖɔɖɔ, typically takes place on the eighth day after birth. The child’s name is announced and blessed by family elders.
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