The Baule are originally part of a breakaway group of the Akan people from Ghana, which took place in the 17^th century.  They settled in what is now known as Ivory Coast (Côte d’Ivoire).  The Baule are a matriarchal society (genetic lineages traced by the mother’s blood line).  During the 19^th century, French colonials began invading the Ivory Coast.  The Baule waged one of the longest wars of resistance and their traditional beliefs have lasted longer than other cultures who were in constant contact with Europeans.

Baule children are frequently named after the day of the week, the as are other Akan peoples.

Source:
Baquart, Jean-Baptiste. The Tribal Arts of Africa. New York: Thames and Hudson Inc.