Kodzo
Meaningborn on Monday · Ewe
Kodzo is an African boy name meaning “born on Monday”, with Ewe roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Kodzo would score 19 points, thanks largely to the Z (worth 10).
Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Kodzo
Kodzo is a boy name of African origin meaning “born on Monday”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Kodzo at school.
Origin:African names
More African boy names
- Unisex name: Cairo · the victorious
- Unisex name: Asa · healer
- Unisex name: Zaire · river
- Boy name: Omari · long-lived
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- Unisex name: Amani · peace
Questions about the name Kodzo
What does the name Kodzo mean?
Kodzo means “born on Monday” and comes from Ewe. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Kojo (“born on monday”) and Kwadwo (“born on Monday”).
What is the origin of the name Kodzo?
Kodzo is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Ewe. Other African names to consider are Cairo (“the victorious”), Asa (“healer”), Zaire (“river”) and Omari (“long-lived”).
Is Kodzo a boy or girl name?
Kodzo is a boy name.
What names are similar to Kodzo?
If you like Kodzo, you might also like Kojo and Kwadwo.
What should I know before naming my baby Kodzo?
Kodzo is an African boy name meaning “born on Monday”, with Ewe roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.