Afi
a-fi
US Popularity:9676
Origin:Ghanaian
Other Origin(s):African
Meaning:Born on Friday; Mouse
Afi is a feminine name in Ewe, a language spoken in West Africa. While afi originally means “mouse” in Ewe, as a personal name, Afi is inspired by the Ghanaian Afua. Afi is a name given to a child who is born on a Friday. In Akan culture, each day of the week is associated with its own set of names, and the names are considered to be connected to the soul and character of the person. Friday is represented by Afi. If you see baby as being Friday’s delight, Afi is a fitting choice.
Afi Name Popularity Data
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
1980
#9102
in 1980
+ 657
from 1978
Sources
Behind the Name, Afi, April 2024
Behind the Name, Afua, April 2024
Name Doctor, Afí
WordSense Dictionary, afi (Ewe)
Visit Ghana, Ghanaian name
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