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Ohemaa
Ohemaa Pronunciation
Ohemaa is pronounced oh-heh-MAH /oʊ.hɛˈmɑ/Medium
Meaning: From the Akan (Ghana) ohemaa, 'a queen; a queen mother' (the female ruler/co-ruler in Akan tradition)Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
History & Origin
Ohemaa comes from the Akan (Ghana) ohemaa, 'a queen; a queen mother' — in Akan tradition the ohemaa is a powerful female leader, often the king's co-ruler who selects and advises the chief. A regal, cultural Ghanaian name (said 'oh-heh-MAH'; nickname Hemaa).
In the U.S. it appears in Ghanaian families. Rare, a-queen-and-queen-mother at the root, and regal.
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Frequently Asked
How do you pronounce Ohemaa?
Ohemaa is pronounced oh-heh-MAH (/oʊ.hɛˈmɑ/). Press play above to hear Ohemaa said aloud.
How do you say Ohemaa?
Ohemaa is said oh-heh-MAH (/oʊ.hɛˈmɑ/). Press play above to hear Ohemaa said aloud.
What does the name Ohemaa mean?
Ohemaa is Akan (Ghana) for 'a queen; a queen mother'.
Is Ohemaa a boy or girl name?
Ohemaa is a girl's name.
How popular is Ohemaa?
Ohemaa is a rare name in the U.S.