Discover how children in Ghana—especially among the Ashanti (Akan), Fante, and Ga—are named based on the day of the week they’re born. Find out what your Ghanaian name would be!
Among the Ashanti and Fante people of Ghana, names carry deep cultural significance. Many girls are named based on the day of the week they were born, with additional names reflecting birth order, twin status, or unique birth circumstances. These names not only mark identity but are also believed to influence personality traits and destiny.
Below is a list of traditional female day names and related names used mainly by the Ashanti and Fante, including pronunciation and meaning where known.