Kojo Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKOH-jo / ˈkoʊdʒoʊAkan; Ghanaian
Meaning
Akan: born on a Monday
Historical & Cultural Background
Kojo is a name of Akan origin, commonly used in Ghana. In the Akan culture, names are often given based on the day of the week a child is born. Each day has specific names associated with it, reflecting cultural significance and identity. Kojo is traditionally given to boys born on a Monday.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kojoh
International Variants
- Kojō (Japanese)
Famous people named Kojo
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Fictional characters named Kojo
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kojo was first seen in the United States in 1971. Kojo has ranked as high as #1286 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Kojo has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kojo
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1971 | 11 |
1972 | 8 |
1973 | 7 |
1974 | 5 |
1976 | 6 |
1977 | 5 |
1979 | 7 |
1981 | 6 |
1983 | 7 |
1985 | 5 |
1986 | 8 |
1987 | 6 |
1988 | 7 |
1990 | 6 |
1991 | 9 |
1992 | 9 |
1993 | 9 |
1994 | 8 |
1995 | 6 |
1997 | 5 |
1998 | 6 |
1999 | 12 |
2000 | 9 |
2001 | 12 |
2002 | 10 |
2003 | 9 |
2004 | 12 |
2005 | 10 |
2006 | 8 |
2007 | 8 |
2008 | 8 |
2009 | 7 |
2011 | 7 |
2013 | 6 |
2015 | 6 |
2017 | 6 |
2019 | 11 |
2020 | 7 |
2021 | 8 |
2022 | 12 |
2023 | 9 |