Yewande

“Mother has returned; a sign of rebirth.”

Nigeria origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1994US 2023

206Births / yr

→Stable

28All-time births

📅 Since 198800

How to pronounce Yewande

YOO·AND·uh

/ˈjuː.ˈænd.ə/ · stress on YOO · 3 syllables

“Mother has returned; a sign of rebirth.”

Nigeria origin · Girl name

What does Yewande mean and where does it come from?

Yewande is a name of Yoruba origin, primarily used in Nigeria. It is a unisex name but more commonly given to females in Yoruba culture. The name denotes the idea of rebirth and connection to ancestors. It can reflect a rich cultural heritage and is often chosen to signify a vital family connection.

Cultural significance

Yewande has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Nigeria-speaking communities, where it reflects values of mother has returned; a sign of rebirth..

Peak popularity

Reached #11511 in 1993 — currently #1994 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Yewande?

Yewande works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Yewande Grace

How popular is Yewande right now?

Holding steady — currently #1994 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#1994 · Top 1.5%

2000

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1994	206	▲ up 5 · +11% births
2022	#1999	186	▲ up 5 · +19% births
2021	#2004	156	▲ up 14226 · +3020% births
2000	#16230	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Yewande

Best Year2023Rank #1994

Peak Count206

Average Rank#5557

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2000 - 20234 years

The story of Yewande

Yewande is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1988. With 28 total births recorded, Yewande remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #16230 in 2000 to #1994 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Yewande in 1993:

Jessica Ashley Sarah Samantha Emily

Yewande by decade

Yewande peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	5
1990s ★	12
2000s	11

💎Yewande has only 28 total recorded births since 1988 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Yewande?

Common

YewYewieYewyAnde

What names sound and feel like Yewande?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Yewande also consider these

Yetunde

Nigeria · mother has come

Kehinde

Nigeria · second-born of twins

Yolande

French · Violet flower

Yejide

Nigeria · Yoruba

Fernande

Spain · A feminine form

Nerlande

Haiti · Haitian Creole

Yawanda

Nigeria · the one who

Gerarde

Greek · A Greek name

Common questions about the name Yewande

What does the name Yewande mean?

Yewande means "Mother has returned; a sign of rebirth." — a name rooted in Nigeria tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Yewande?

Yewande is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Yewande?

Yewande originates from Nigeria tradition. Nigeria names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Yewande?

Yewande is a three-syllable name pronounced Y UW1 AE1 N D AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Yewande?

Yewande pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Nigeria heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.