Ama
Born on Saturday
GenderGirlOriginGhanaian (Akan)Say itAH-mahPopularityUncommon
Pronounced AH-mah
About the name Ama
Ama is the Akan day-name for Saturday-born girls, a soft two-syllable name known worldwide thanks to notable bearers. It suggests steadiness and grace.
Down-to-earth and dependable, with a comforting, steady warmth.
Fun fact
Ama Ata Aidoo was one of Africa's most celebrated feminist writers.
Nicknames for Ama
Amie
Variations
AmahAmmahKwamena (male form)
Famous people named Ama
- Ama Ata Aidoo (Ghanaian author)