Kwasi
Kwasi: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Kwasi
Root meaning: “Sunday”
- A male given name from Akan.
Etymology
From Akan Kwasi, from Kwasiada (“Sunday”), from the day of the week, Sunday.
How popular is Kwasi?
Since 1880, 709 boys in the U.S. have been named Kwasi. Its highest rank for boys was #1528 in 1977. In 2025, 6 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Kwasi FAQ
What does the name Kwasi mean?
Kwasi traces back to a root meaning "Sunday". A male given name from Akan. From Akan Kwasi, from Kwasiada (“Sunday”), from the day of the week, Sunday.
What is the origin of the name Kwasi?
Kwasi is listed as a name of Akan origin.
How popular is the name Kwasi?
Since 1880, 709 boys in the U.S. have been named Kwasi. Its highest rank for boys was #1528 in 1977. In 2025, 6 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Kwasi a boy or girl name?
Kwasi is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 709 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.