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At a Glance
- Meaning
- The twin born second
- Origin
- Yoruba
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- keh-HEEN-day
Kehinde is a Yoruba name meaning "the twin born second," and it works for any child, boy or girl. It's pronounced keh-HEEN-day, and it has a worldly, classic feel.
Meaning & Origin of Kehinde
Meaning: The twin born second.
Origin: Yoruba.
How to Pronounce Kehinde
keh-HEEN-dayIPA /kɛˈhiːndeɪ/
Popularity of Kehinde
Kehinde is rare in the U.S.: it ranked #16418 in 2024 with a count of 5. It peaked at #5118 in 1979 with a count of 7.
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FAQ
What does the name Kehinde mean?
The twin born second.
How do you pronounce Kehinde?
Kehinde is pronounced keh-HEEN-day (IPA: /kɛˈhiːndeɪ/).
Is Kehinde a popular name right now?
Kehinde peaked at #5118 in 1979 and is ranked #16418 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1977–2024.)
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