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Wasswa

Boy name · African

Meaningfirst-born twin · Luganda

Wasswa is an African boy name meaning “first-born twin”, with Luganda 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 simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.

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  • Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Wasswa would score 12 points, thanks largely to the W (worth 4).
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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 Wasswa

Wasswa is a boy name of African origin meaning “first-born twin”. 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 Wasswa at school.

Origin:African names

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Questions about the name Wasswa

What does the name Wasswa mean?

Wasswa means “first-born twin” and comes from Luganda. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Aarush (“first ray of the sun”), Aahan (“dawn, first light”), Adinath (“the first lord”) and Eiichi (“often prosperous first son”).

What is the origin of the name Wasswa?

Wasswa is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Luganda. Other African names to consider are Cairo (“the victorious”), Asa (“healer”), Zaire (“river”) and Omari (“long-lived”).

Is Wasswa a boy or girl name?

Wasswa is a boy name.

What names are similar to Wasswa?

If you like Wasswa, you might also like Aarush, Aahan, Adinath and Eiichi.

What should I know before naming my baby Wasswa?

Wasswa is an African boy name meaning “first-born twin”, with Luganda 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 simple to spell and say, 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.