Yetunde
Yetunde is a Christian girl name of Yoruba origin, meaning “Mother has returned”.
| Meaning | Mother has returned |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Yoruba |
| Pronunciation | yeh-TOON-deh |
| Tradition | Christian, Muslim |
| Used in | Nigeria |
Meaning and origin of Yetunde
Yetunde comes from iye, mother, and tun de, has come again. It is traditionally given to a girl born soon after the death of her grandmother, in the belief that a loved woman of the family has returned. Similar names include Iyabo. Yetunde Price, older half-sister of the tennis players Venus and Serena Williams, bore the name.
Is Yetunde a Christian name?
Yetunde reflects Yoruba ideas about family continuity rather than any one religion and is used across faiths.
How popular is Yetunde?
A traditional Yoruba girls' name, also used among African American families.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yetunde mean?
Yetunde means 'Mother has returned'. It is of Yoruba origin.
Is Yetunde a Christian name?
Yetunde reflects Yoruba ideas about family continuity rather than any one religion and is used across faiths.
How do you pronounce Yetunde?
Yetunde is pronounced yeh-TOON-deh.
Is Yetunde a boy or girl name?
Yetunde is usually a girl name.