# What Does the Name Yaa Mean?

Yaa is a girl name of Akan origin. It means “born on Thursday”.

**Origin:** Akan

  **Gender:** girl

  **Pronunciation:** YAH

The name Yaa comes from Akan roots, where it carries the meaning “born on Thursday”. It is pronounced YAH.

Is Yaa a boy or girl name? Yaa is traditionally used as a girl name.

## More Akan names

- [**Kofi**born on Friday](/baby-name-kofi-meaning/)
- [**Kwame**born on Saturday](/baby-name-kwame-meaning/)
- [**Ama**born on Saturday](/baby-name-ama-meaning/)

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the meaning of Yaa?

Yaa means “born on Thursday”. It is a name of Akan origin.

### What origin is the name Yaa?

Yaa is of Akan origin.

### Is Yaa a boy or girl name?

Yaa is traditionally a girl name.