Antwi

Antwi is a Ghanaian surname that is also common among the Ghanaian community in the United Kingdom. The name Antwi originates from the Akan people of Ghana and is often given to a child born on a Monday. In the Akan culture, each day of the week is associated with a unique name given to babies born on that specific day.

Within the Ghanaian community in the UK, individuals with the surname Antwi have made significant contributions to various fields such as academia, politics, business, and the arts. The surname Antwi carries a sense of pride and identity, connecting individuals to their Ghanaian heritage and cultural roots.

As with many surnames, the name Antwi holds a history and legacy that has been passed down through generations, symbolising family lineage and heritage. It serves as a marker of one's identity and can be a source of solidarity and unity within the Ghanaian diaspora in the UK.

Overall, the surname Antwi represents a rich tapestry of Ghanaian culture and traditions, reflecting the diversity and vibrancy of the Ghanaian community both in Ghana and abroad.

There are approximately 1,094 people named Antwi in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,892nd most common surname in Britain. Around 17 in a million people in Britain are named Antwi.

Region of origin: Africa

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Charles
  • Daniel
  • David
  • Edward
  • Emmanuel
  • George
  • Joseph
  • Kofi
  • Kwaku
  • Michael
  • Peter
  • Samuel
  • Stephen

Female

  • Beatrice
  • Cynthia
  • Elizabeth
  • Eva
  • Felicia
  • Georgina
  • Grace
  • Janet
  • Joyce
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Nana
  • Rhoda
  • Sarah

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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