Abena

“Born on Tuesday”

Ghana origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#8052US 2023

13Births / yr

↑Rising

605All-time births

📅 Since 197100

How to pronounce Abena

AB·EN·uh

/ˈæb.ˈɛn.ə/ · stress on AB · 4 syllables

“Born on Tuesday”

Ghana origin · Girl name

What does Abena mean and where does it come from?

Abena is of Akan origin, predominantly used by the Akan people of Ghana. In Akan culture, names often relate to the day of the week a child is born. Abena is specifically given to girls born on a Tuesday. This practice of naming based on birth days is a key cultural aspect among the Akan, where each

Cultural significance

Abena has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Ghana-speaking communities, where it reflects values of born on tuesday.

Peak popularity

Reached #3629 in 1973 — currently #8052 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Abena?

Abena works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Abena Grace

How popular is Abena right now?

Rising fast — up 2333 spots — currently #8052 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#8052 · Top 5.9%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8052	13	▲ up 2333 · +44% births
2022	#10385	9	▼ down 3696 · -47% births
2021	#6689	17	▲ up 6984 · +183% births
2020	#13673	6	▼ down 5098 · -54% births
2015	#8575	13	▼ down 966 · -19% births
2010	#7609	16	▼ down 1262 · -16% births
2005	#6347	19	▲ up 598 · +27% births
2000	#6945	15	▲ up 4017 · +114% births
1995	#10962	7	▼ down 2792 · -30% births
1990	#8170	10	▼ down 1426
1985	#6744	10	▼ down 933 · -17% births
1980	#5811	12	▼ down 1249 · -14% births
1975	#4562	14	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Abena

Best Year1975Rank #4562

Peak Count19

Average Rank#8040

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1975 - 202313 years

The story of Abena

Abena is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1971. With 605 total births recorded, Abena remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4562 in 1975, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #8052 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Abena in 1973:

Jennifer Amy Michelle Kimberly Lisa

Abena by decade

Abena peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	109
1980s	77
1990s	109
2000s ★	174
2010s	130
2020s	6

💎Abena has only 605 total recorded births since 1971 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Abena?

Common

AbeAbAbieAby

What names sound and feel like Abena?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Abena also consider these

Latin · sand, sanded area;

Agena

American · A variant of

Ajena

American · Possibly a fusion

Alena

Czech Republic · Czech

Abela

Hebrew · Hebrew

Abeda

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Common questions about the name Abena

What does the name Abena mean?

Abena means "Born on Tuesday" — a name rooted in Ghana tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Abena?

Abena is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Abena have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Abena?

Abena originates from Ghana tradition. Ghana names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Abena?

Abena is a four-syllable name pronounced AE1 B EH1 N AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Abena?

Abena pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Ghana heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.