Yaw

If baby’s kick-starting your weekend in style, the masculine name Yaw may be a perfect fit. This Ghanaian name comes from the Akan people of West Africa and follows the tradition of naming children by the day of the week they were born. Yaw means “born on Thursday,” deriving from the Akan word Yáwóada. The name is also associated with the appellation of bravery, which is sure to inspire your little one throughout their life. Rich and warm, Yaw is an ideal choice for parents wishing to honor baby Yaw’s ancestral lineage.