Yewande
Meaning of Yewande
Yewande is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. Originating from Nigeria, this name carries a sense of cultural richness and depth. Pronounced as yeh-WAHN-deh in Nigerian English (/jɛˈwɑn.deɪ/), it has a melodic and pleasant sound. The name Yewande has variations such as Yewanda, which also share the same pronunciation. Although not very common in the United States, Yewande has been given to a few newborns in recent years. It ranked around 13,000-15,000 in popularity during the late 20th century. With its Nigerian roots and beautiful pronunciation, Yewande is a distinct and meaningful choice for parents looking for an uncommon yet captivating name for their daughter.
Pronunciation
Nigerian English
- Pronunced as yeh-WAHN-deh (/jɛˈwɑn.deɪ/)
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Notable People Named Yewande
| Yewande Omotoso is a Barbados-born, Nigeria-raised novelist, architect, and designer based in South Africa, known for her award-winning novels and literary accolades. |
| Yewande Komolafe is a Nigerian food writer, author, and food stylist who introduced Nigerian cuisine to the US and joined The New York Times as a cooking editor in 2021. |
| Yewande Akinola is a Chartered Engineer specializing in sustainable water supplies, working as Principal Engineer for Laing O'Rourke and hosting engineering television shows for Channel 4 and National Geographic. |
| Yewande Sadiku is a Nigerian investment banker and former public servant who served as the executive secretary and CEO of the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission from 2016 to 2021. |
