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Kofi Adom Asante
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Ghanaian filmmaker and director known for Nigerian and West African cinema
Adom
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#16367 most popular
Ghanaian
West African
Hebrew/Biblical
Meanings & Origins
"God's grace, God's help"
Origin: Akan (Twi)
Language: Akan
"earth, red earth"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Popularity
#16367
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
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“A West African grace name meaning God's gift to the family”
Origin & Etymology
Adom is a meaningful name in the Akan language of Ghana and West Africa, where it means 'God's grace' or 'God's help' (from 'onyame adom' — by God's grace). It is also related to the Hebrew Adam, derived from 'adamah' meaning earth or ground. In Akan culture, names carry deep spiritual significance and Adom reflects a fundamental acknowledgment of divine blessing at the time of birth.
Popularity Story
Adom is a well-used name throughout Ghana and the West African diaspora, particularly among Akan-speaking families (Ashanti, Fante, Akuapem). Its gentle similarity to the internationally familiar Adam makes it accessible to non-Akan speakers while retaining its distinct West African identity.
Cultural Significance
In Akan culture, names are chosen with great care and often reflect the circumstances of birth, day of the week (kra din or soul names), or prayers for the child. Adom expresses gratitude and faith, acknowledging that the child is a gift arrived through God's grace.
Fun Facts
- Adom FM is one of Ghana's most popular radio stations, taking its name from this word meaning 'grace'
- In Akan belief, every child has a soul name (kra din) linked to the day of birth, separate from given names like Adom
- Adom is used as both a first name and in compound names like Adomako (grace has come) in Ghana
Adom in Other Languages
Twi
Adom
Fante
Adom
French
Adom
Hebrew
אָדָם
Popularity Over Time
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Nicknames
Dom
Name Vibe
Spiritual
Traditional
Strong
Earthy
Bold
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Adom (Biblical)
Religious
Related to the Hebrew name Adam, the first man created in Genesis, from 'adamah' meaning earth
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