Find out how popular the first name Kwasi has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Kwasi by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Kwasi is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 12 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Kwasi.

The history of the first name Kwasi

The given name Kwasi originated from the Akan language spoken by the Akan people of Ghana and Ivory Coast in West Africa. It is believed to have been in use since the medieval period, around the 13th century or earlier. Kwasi is derived from the Akan word "kwasi" which means "male born on Sunday." In the Akan culture, each day of the week was associated with a specific name, and babies were traditionally named based on the day they were born.

The name Kwasi has been found in historical records and ancient texts from the Akan people, including oral traditions and proverbs passed down through generations. One notable early reference is in the Akan epic poem, "Anansesem," which dates back to the 15th century and mentions a character named Kwasi.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Kwasi was Kwasi Bentil, a prominent Akan chief and warrior who lived in the 16th century. He played a significant role in defending his people against invaders and is still celebrated in Akan folklore.

Another historical figure named Kwasi was Kwasi Brempong, a renowned Akan scholar and linguist who lived in the 18th century. He contributed greatly to the preservation and documentation of the Akan language and culture.

In the 19th century, Kwasi Boakye was a respected Akan leader and diplomat who negotiated treaties and trade agreements with European powers. He is remembered for his efforts in maintaining the sovereignty of his people during a period of colonization.

During the 20th century, Kwasi Wiredu, a Ghanaian philosopher and academic born in 1931, gained international recognition for his work in African philosophy and his contributions to the field of epistemology.

Kwasi Appiah, born in 1954, is a British-Ghanaian philosopher and cultural theorist renowned for his writings on identity, cosmopolitanism, and moral philosophy. He has been a significant figure in contemporary philosophical discourse.

While the name Kwasi has Akan origins, it has gained popularity beyond West Africa and has been used by individuals of various cultural backgrounds, particularly those with connections to the African diaspora.

Data source

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