Kwami
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇬🇭 Ghana
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Spiritual
Meaning & Etymology
One who is born on a Saturday
One who is born on a Saturday
Etymology
The name ‘Kwami’ is derived from the Ewe words ‘kɔ’ (born) and ‘ame’ (Saturday), signifying a child born on Saturday.
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 child’s name. Saturday, or ‘ame’, is associated with the deity ‘Amegbe’ and is considered a day of reflection and peace.
Symbolism
‘Kwami’ symbolises the connection between the individual and the divine, as Saturday is associated with the deity ‘Amegbe’ in Ewe tradition.
Naming ceremony
The traditional Ewe naming ceremony, called ‘kple’ or ‘vodu’, involves the family and community and is held on the eighth day after birth. The child is introduced to the ancestors and the community, and the name is formally bestowed.