Kwadwo

“Born on a Wednesday”

Ghana origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#8019US 2023

10Births / yr

↑Rising

236All-time births

📅 Since 197300

What does Kwadwo mean and where does it come from?

Kwadwo is an Akan name used predominantly among the Akan people of Ghana. It signifies a boy born on a Wednesday, according to the Akan tradition of naming children based on the day of birth. This cultural practice is deeply rooted in the community and reflects traditional beliefs regarding the sign

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #5395 in 2005 — currently #8019 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Kwadwo?

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

Kwadwo Grace

How popular is Kwadwo right now?

Rising fast — up 1456 spots — currently #8019 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#8019 · Top 5.9%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8019	10	▲ up 1456 · +25% births
2022	#9475	8	▼ down 1571 · -20% births
2021	#7904	10	▲ up 4572 · +100% births
2015	#12476	5	▼ down 4147 · -44% births
2010	#8329	9	▼ down 2934 · -40% births
2005	#5395	15	▲ up 4120 · +150% births
2000	#9515	6	▼ down 2717 · -14% births
1990	#6798	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kwadwo

Best Year2005Rank #5395

Peak Count15

Average Rank#8489

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1990 - 20238 years

The story of Kwadwo

Kwadwo is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1973. With 236 total births recorded, Kwadwo remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6798 in 1990, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #8019 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Kwadwo in 2005:

Jacob Michael Joshua Matthew Ethan

Kwadwo by decade

Kwadwo peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	5
1980s	27
1990s	44
2000s ★	82
2010s	78

💎Kwadwo has only 236 total recorded births since 1973 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kwadwo?

Common

KwaKwieKwyAdwo

What names sound and feel like Kwadwo?

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

Ghana · born on Wednesday

How is Kwadwo written in other languages?

Kojo

AKAN

Common questions about the name Kwadwo

What does the name Kwadwo mean?

Kwadwo means "Born on a Wednesday" — 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 Kwadwo?

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

What is the cultural origin of Kwadwo?

Kwadwo 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.

Is Kwadwo trending right now?

Kwadwo is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Kwadwo a common or rare name?

Kwadwo is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.