Gyasi

A boy's name of African origin with 438 recorded U.S. births.

Boy's nameRare nameNot ranked recently

Meaning & Origin

Gyasi is a two-syllable boy's name with a open, approachable sound — ending on a vowel softens the overall impression. With only 438 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.

Gyasi is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.

Gyasi is a boy's baby name of African origin, from the Akan language of Ghana, meaning 'wonderful child' or 'marvelous.' Akan names often describe the circumstances or hopes surrounding a child's birth, making them intimate expressions of parental joy.

Gyasi gained broader recognition through author Yaa Gyasi, whose debut novel Homegoing became an international sensation. As a given name, it carries the Akan tradition of naming as celebration — a declaration that this child is a wonder.

EtymologyShow more

Gyasi is cataloged under the African naming tradition. African naming traditions are extraordinarily diverse, often tying a child’s name to circumstances of birth, family aspirations, or spiritual significance.

In the U.S., Gyasi has been recorded as a boy's name since 1973, with 438 total births. Browse the African names hub on this site to explore the broader family.

At a Glance

Unranked

Current Rank

438

Total births

Since 1973

2000

Peak year

21 births

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Popularity Over Time

Gyasi has 44+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1973.

First appeared: 1973Peak: 2000 (21 births)

Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Gyasi
Decade	Births	Avg Rank	Trend
2020s	22	#9856	▼
2010s	38	#10898	▼
2000s	106	#7689	▼
1990s	121	#5032	▲
1980s	88	#4677	▲
1970s	63	#3833	—

The Story of Gyasi

A Gen Z name

Peaking in 2000, Gyasi is a name that defines a generation. Boys named Gyasi are most likely born between 1990 and 2010.

How rare is Gyasi?

With fewer than 500 recorded births, Gyasi is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.

The journey through the decades

First appeared in the records in 1973, peaked in the 1990s with 121 births that decade, and has since become a rare, vintage choice.

Gyasi by the numbers

Would fill 9 school buses
Meeting one Gyasi per day would take 1.2 years

Year-by-Year Data

View complete yearly data(44 years, 1973–2023)

Year-by-year popularity data for the name Gyasi
Year	Births	Rank	Change
2023	8	#9201	0
2022	8	#9287	+2 (33.3%)
2020	6	#11079	-1 (-14.3%)
2017	7	#10066	0
2016	7	#10020	+1 (16.7%)
2015	6	#11165	0
2013	6	#11216	-1 (-14.3%)
2011	7	#9994	+2 (40.0%)
2010	5	#12927	-3 (-37.5%)
2009	8	#9281	+2 (33.3%)
2008	6	#11547	-9 (-60.0%)
2007	15	#5746	+3 (25.0%)
2006	12	#6610	+4 (50.0%)
2005	8	#8558	+1 (14.3%)
2004	7	#9266	+1 (16.7%)
2003	6	#10023	-5 (-45.5%)
2002	11	#6235	-1 (-8.3%)
2001	12	#5798	-9 (-42.9%)
2000	21	#3824	+7 (50.0%)
1999	14	#4859	+3 (27.3%)

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gyasi a boy's or girl's name?

Gyasi is primarily a boy's name.

When was Gyasi most popular?

Gyasi reached its peak popularity in 2000 with 21 births that year. It is not currently in the top rankings.

How popular is the name Gyasi?

Gyasi is not currently in the top rankings but has been given to 438 babies in the U.S. since 1973. Its peak was in 2000.

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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1973–2023