What does Kwasi mean and where does it come from?
Kwasi is rooted in the Akan naming tradition of Ghana, where names are often given based on the day of the week a child is born. In this context, Kwasi is traditionally assigned to boys born on Sundays. The Akan people believe that the day of birth influences personality traits, so each day comes wi
Cultural significance
Kwasi has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Ghana-speaking communities, where it reflects values of born on a sunday.
Peak popularity
Reached #1541 in 1977 — currently #7118 in the US.
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Browse names →What middle names flow best with Kwasi?
Kwasi works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Kwasi Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Kwasi Rose
Floral · soft ending
Kwasi Mae
Sweet · timeless
Kwasi Claire
French influence · crisp
Kwasi Jane
Literary · strong
Kwasi Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Kwasi right now?
Rising fast — up 6357 spots — currently #7118 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2023 | #7118 | 12 | ▲ up 6357 · +140% births |
| 2022 | #13475 | 5 | ▼ down 7275 · -64% births |
| 2021 | #6200 | 14 | ▲ up 3498 · +100% births |
| 2020 | #9698 | 7 | ▼ down 2061 · -30% births |
| 2015 | #7637 | 10 | ▲ up 661 · +11% births |
| 2010 | #8298 | 9 | ▼ down 2295 · -31% births |
| 2005 | #6003 | 13 | ▲ up 479 · +30% births |
| 2000 | #6482 | 10 | ▼ down 2534 · -37% births |
| 1995 | #3948 | 16 | ▼ down 243 |
| 1990 | #3705 | 16 | ▲ up 1800 · +129% births |
| 1985 | #5505 | 7 | ▼ down 2126 · -46% births |
| 1980 | #3379 | 13 | ▼ down 503 · -7% births |
| 1975 | #2876 | 14 | ▲ up 954 · +75% births |
| 1970 | #3830 | 8 | — |
The story of Kwasi
Kwasi is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1970. With 665 total births recorded, Kwasi remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #3830 in 1970, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #7118 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Kwasi in 1977:
Kwasi by decade
Kwasi peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1970s | 155 | |
| 1980s | 122 | |
| 1990s ★ | 165 | |
| 2000s | 130 | |
| 2010s | 86 | |
| 2020s | 7 | |
💎Kwasi has only 665 total recorded births since 1970 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
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Common questions about the name Kwasi
What does the name Kwasi mean?
Kwasi means "Born on a Sunday" — 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 Kwasi?
Kwasi is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Kwasi have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Kwasi?
Kwasi 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 Kwasi trending right now?
Kwasi is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.
Is Kwasi a common or rare name?
Kwasi is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.