Kwesi
/ KWEH-see /
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇬🇭 Ghana
- Religion
- Christianity
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Peaceful
Meaning & Etymology
Born on Sunday
Born on Sunday
Etymology
From the Twi word Kwasiada, meaning ‘Sunday’.
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Kwa > Potou-Tano > Akan
Cultural context
Kwesi is a common Akan name given to boys born on Sunday, reflecting the Akan tradition of day-naming.
Symbolism
Represents the qualities associated with Sunday, such as peace and rest.
Naming ceremony
In Akan tradition, the child is named on the eighth day after birth, with family and community members present.
Religious reference
Sunday-born child (day of Kwasiada)