Kwame
Kwame is a girl baby name. Ranked #14,686 in the US, popular nicknames include Kwa, Kwy, and Kwaie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kwame first appeared in US Social Security records in 1971.
Over 38 babies have been named Kwame in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kwame is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #14,686 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #14,686
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Nicknames
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Also a Boy Name
Kwame is also used as a boy name, ranked #3308.
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About the Name Kwame
Kwame is a girl name .
Is Kwame a boy or girl name? Kwame is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #14,686 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #3,308. Kwame is more commonly used as a boy name.
Kwame is currently ranked #14,686 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kwame include Kwa, Kwy, and Kwaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis