Ohene

“Akan” — Represents leadership and nobility within the community

Ghana origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#8733US 2023

9Births / yr

↑Rising

31All-time births

📅 Since 200300

What does Ohene mean and where does it come from?

Ohene is a name of Akan origin in Ghana, meaning 'king' or 'noble.' It is traditionally bestowed upon males and represents leadership and nobility within the community. The Akan people have a deep cultural heritage, and names like Ohene are often reflective of lineage or family roles within the soci

Cultural significance

Ohene has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Ghana-speaking communities, where it reflects values of akan.

Peak popularity

Reached #12149 in 2008 — currently #8733 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Ohene?

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

Ohene Grace

How popular is Ohene right now?

Rising fast — up 4805 spots — currently #8733 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#8733 · Top 6.4%

2015

2020

2021

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8733	9	▲ up 4805 · +80% births
2021	#13538	5	▼ down 497
2020	#13041	5	▲ up 191
2015	#13232	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Ohene

Best Year2023Rank #8733

Peak Count9

Average Rank#12136

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20234 years

The story of Ohene

Ohene is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2003. With 31 total births recorded, Ohene remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #13232 in 2015 to #8733 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Ohene in 2008:

Jacob Michael Ethan Joshua Daniel

Ohene by decade

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

Decade	Births
2000s	11
2010s ★	15
2020s	5

💎Ohene has only 31 total recorded births since 2003 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Ohene?

Common

OheOhOhieOhy

What names sound and feel like Ohene?

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

Odene

American · difficult to define;

Chene

France · oak tree

Jolene

English · Jolene is a

Lorene

France · laurel, bay tree

Nigeria · the achievement is

Common questions about the name Ohene

What does the name Ohene mean?

Ohene means "Akan" — 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 Ohene?

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

What is the cultural origin of Ohene?

Ohene 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 Ohene trending right now?

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

Is Ohene a common or rare name?

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