Kofi
Kofi is a boys' name of African origin meaning “born on Friday.” Kofi is the Akan day name for boys born on Friday in Ghanaian culture.
how do you pronounce Kofi?
KOH-fee
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what does Kofi mean?
The name Kofi means “born on Friday.” It comes from the African language tradition.
Kofi is the Akan day name for boys born on Friday in Ghanaian culture. Friday-born males are believed to be fertile, adventurous, and restless travelers. The name became globally recognized through Kofi Annan, making it perhaps the most internationally known Akan day name.
where does the name Kofi come from?
Wikipedia confirms Kofi is an Akan masculine given name given to a boy born on Friday among the Akan people of Ghana, matching the birth-day meaning given elsewhere.
the history of Kofi
Per Wikipedia, a child traditionally receives their Akan day name during their Outdooring ceremony, eight days after birth; the source doesn't cover the personality traits or the Kofi Annan association claimed elsewhere.
who are famous people named Kofi?
- Kofi Annan (seventh Secretary-General of the United Nations, Nobel Peace Prize laureate)
- Kofi Kingston (Ghanaian-American WWE champion)
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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