Amofa
Amofa is a unique name with beautiful cultural resonance. Of African origin, particularly from the Akan people of Ghana, the name signifies a sense of joy and community. It is typically used as a masculine name. Though not widespread, it carries a positive aura associated with harmony and beauty.
Amofa has the allure of being both distinctive and evocative, balancing simplicity in pronunciation and ease of writing. Parents are drawn to its rare quality and the positive cultural underpinnings that it represents.
Basic Information
Gender: Boy
Sounds Like: ah-MOH-fah
Pronunciation Explanation: The name is pronounced with the stress on the second syllable: 'MOH'. The 'ah' sound is soft at the beginning and end.
Summary and Meaning
Meaning: Often interpreted as 'children', indicating a sense of community and joy
Origin: Amofa is of Akan origin, a linguistic and ethnic group found in Ghana.
Usage: Amofa is traditionally a masculine name, though it can be considered unisex in regions outside its cultural origin.
Name Number (Chaldean)
Name Number (Pythagorean)
Popularity (Global Rank)
Overall: 165043
Boys:
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Religious and Cultural Significance
Religion: Primarily non-religious
Background: The name does not have specific religious ties but is culturally significant among the Akan people.
Cultural Significance: The name is often associated with concepts of family, society, and the joy children bring, deeply embedded in Akan cultural practices.
Historical Significance: Amofa has not widely appeared in historical texts but remains a name of cultural resonance within the Akan community, suggestive of familial significance and joy.
Popular Culture
Literature and Mythology: Amofa does not frequently appear in Western literature or widely recognized global mythology.
Movies and Television: There are no prominent characters with this name in mainstream films or TV, adding to its unique charm.
Feelings and Perceptions
Perception: Amofa is generally viewed as an intriguing and heartfelt name, imbued with positive familial and communal overtones.
Positive Feelings: Unique, cultural, joyous, warm, familial.
Negative Feelings: May be unfamiliar or hard to pronounce for some outside the cultural context.
Practical Considerations
Ease of Writing and Calling: The name Amofa is easy to write and pronounce due to its straightforward phonetic structure. It is composed of five letters and three syllables.
Common Typos and Misspellings: Amopha,Amofo,Amofaah
Common Nicknames: Amo,Mo,Fafa
Amofa Popularity
Amofa Usage and Popularity By Country
| Country | Rank (Overall) |
|---|---|
| Ghana | 1511 |
| Ireland | 15205 |
| Norway | 17240 |
| Singapore | 53638 |
| Germany | 81441 |
| Canada | 149654 |
| United Kingdom | 182431 |
Amofa Usage and Popularity By City
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Compatibility Analysis
Famous Persons Named Amofa
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Related Names
Similar Sounding Names:
Amos,Amon,Amira
