Akua
- Gender
- Female
- Meaning
- Akan Of Ghana Name For Females Born On Wednesday.
- Origin
- African
Akua Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 545 baby girls have been named Akua. The name peaked in 1978 with 16 US births that year (rank #4247). In 2024, ranked #8936 nationally — 4,689 places below its 1978 peak.
Top States for Akua
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Akua births are: New York (60), Michigan (5).
Other African-Origin Names Like Akua
If you like Akua's African origin, consider these related names: Aamori, Abasi, Abayomi, Abba, Abdalla. Browse all African names →
4-Letter Names Starting with A
Names with Akua's exact length and starting letter: Aala, Aart, Aase, Aban, Abba.
Quick Facts About Akua
Famous People Named Akua
1 notable figure from history and culture who share the name Akua.
- Akua Dansua is a Ghanaian journalist and politician who was a Member of Parliament for more than a decade.
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Compare Akua to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Akua against today's most popular girls-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).