Kojo

What does Kojo mean?

Kojo is a traditional Ghanaian Akan day name given to boys born on Monday. In the Akan naming tradition of Ghana, every child receives a soul name (kra din) based on the day of the week they were born.

The name Kojo carries the meaning: "Nurture peace". Those named Kojo are said to be gifted with Steady patience.

Personality Traits

"Kojo listens to the rhythm of the earth, watering hopes with calm hands and a soothing smile."

Cultural History

The Akan people of Ghana and Côte d'Ivoire have practiced the tradition of day names for centuries. Known as kra din (soul name), these names are believed to reflect the spiritual character of the day on which a child enters the world.

Monday is associated with the element of Water, the color Moonlit Blue, and the spirit animal Sea Turtle 🐢.

Before clocks were invented, Monday's moonlight carried a name for those born to nurture and protect.

The Paired Name

Every Akan day name comes in a pair — one for boys, one for girls. Kojo's paired name is:

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