BAAH
Baah
Baah is a British surname of Ghanaian origin. The name is derived from the Akan language spoken in Ghana, where it means "child born on Tuesday". The surname Baah is not commonly found in the United Kingdom but is more prevalent in Ghana and among the Ghanaian diaspora.
Individuals with the surname Baah may have roots in Ghana and carry on traditions and cultural practices from their ancestral homeland. The name reflects the importance of the day of the week on which a child is born in Akan culture, with each day being associated with certain attributes and characteristics.
Despite its relatively uncommon occurrence in the UK, the surname Baah carries with it a rich cultural heritage and history from West Africa. People bearing the surname Baah often have a strong connection to their Ghanaian roots and may participate in cultural events and celebrations that reflect their heritage.
There are approximately 450 people named Baah in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Baah.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Charles
- Emmanuel
- Eric
- John
- Joseph
- Kwaku
- Kwame
- Paul
- Samuel
- Yaw
Female
- Akua
- Barbara
- Belinda
- Bernice
- Constance
- Cynthia
- Esther
- Mary
- Mercy
- Rose
- Sandra