Yewande
Yewande is a girls' name of African origin meaning “mother has returned.”
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how do you pronounce Yewande?
yeh-WAHN-deh
where does the name Yewande come from?
A Yoruba name meaning mother sought me out to this place, given to girls born after the death of a mother or grandmother, usually of one of the parents.
Yewande is a Yoruba name meaning 'mother has returned,' given when a female child is believed to be the reincarnation of a deceased grandmother or maternal figure. Like the male equivalent Babatunde, it reflects the Yoruba belief in ancestral return and the continuity of family spirit.
who are famous people named Yewande?
- Yewande Biala (Irish-Nigerian scientist and television personality)
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quick answers about Yewande
What does the name Yewande mean?
Yewande means “mother has returned”.
What is the origin of the name Yewande?
Yewande comes from the African naming tradition.
How popular is the name Yewande?
Yewande has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.
Is Yewande a boy or girl name?
Yewande is primarily a girls' name.
How do you pronounce Yewande?
Yewande is pronounced yeh-WAHN-deh, with 3 syllables.
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