Meaning


Akua is a Ghanaian name from the Akan people, meaning “born on Wednesday,” specifically given to girls.

Notable People


Notable figures include Akua Dansua, a Ghanaian journalist and former Minister for Tourism, and Akua Naru, an international hip-hop artist and poet.

Clan History & Origin
The name Akua is part of the Akan day-naming system, where names are given based on the day of the week a person is born. Akua is linked to the Fante, Asante, and other Akan clans, reflecting their spiritual and traditional ties to time and cosmic alignment.