Kwame-Agyeman

Meaning & Etymology

Born on Saturday, a wise child

Born on Saturday, a wise child

Etymology

Combines ‘Kwame’, meaning born on Saturday, and ‘Agyeman’, meaning a wise child or one who brings peace.

Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Kwa > Akan

Cultural context

This name is given to boys born on a Saturday, with the hope that they will grow up to be wise and bring peace to their community.

Symbolism

The name symbolizes wisdom, peace, and the influence of one’s birth day on their life.

Naming ceremony

The Akan naming ceremony, ‘den to’, involves the child being named after the day of the week they were born, with additional names reflecting their character or destiny.

Related names

• Kwame
• Agyeman