Kanye

African place-name, Nigeria

"honor, tribute"

Kanye Origin and Meaning

The name Kanye is a boy's name of African origin meaning "honor, tribute".

The popularity of the charismatic rapper-producer Kanye West has propelled his name into the Top 900. In addition to its African derivation, it is a Hawaiian name meaning 'free'.

Kanye Rank in US Top 1000

# 893 in the US

Kanye Rank in Nameberry Top 1000

# 1277 on Nameberry

Kanye Popularity

• 1277 Nameberry 2024

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Famous People Named Kanye

• Kanye Omari West American rapper and producer