Yetunde

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Yetunde - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Yetunde
Y-E-T-U-N-D-E, is a 7-letter male given name.
Meaning of Yetunde
Mother has come back.
Origin of Yetunde
The name 'Yetunde' finds its origins in the Yoruba language, primarily spoken in Nigeria and various parts of West Africa. In Yoruba tradition, names are thoughtfully selected to encapsulate the family's aspirations for the child.
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Popularity of Yetunde
The name 'Yetunde' is not commonly used outside of Yoruba-speaking communities. It is more prevalent in Nigeria and among the Yoruba diaspora. Its popularity has not been widely tracked or documented.
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Etymology of Yetunde

The name 'Yetunde' is a combination of two Yoruba words: 'Yẹ' and 'túndé'. 'Yẹ' means 'mother has returned', while 'túndé' means 'has come back'. When combined, the name 'Yetunde' can be interpreted as 'the mother has come back' or 'the mother has returned.'

Cultural Significance of Yetunde

In Yoruba culture, names hold deep cultural and spiritual significance. They are believed to have the power to shape a person's destiny and reflect the family's hopes and aspirations. The name 'Yetunde' is often given to a female child born after the loss of a previous child, symbolizing the belief that the departed child's spirit has returned.