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Origin: Ghanaian

Meaning: Born on Friday

If Friday has gotten even better for you with baby’s arrival, Afiwa can be a fitting choice for your bundle of joy. A variant of the Ghanaian feminine name Afia or Afua, Afiwa translates to “born on Friday,” following the Akan tradition of naming children after the day of the week they were born. If baby has Akan roots in their family tree, this name can make for a great choice. Friday is commonly the day of the week that people wait for, and baby Afiwa can make this day all the more enjoyable.