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Kehinde

OriginYoruba
Meaning"second-born of twins or one who falls behind"
GenderBoy & girl
US rank · girlsUnranked

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About Kehinde

Although the best-known Kehinde is the male painter Kehinde Wiley, this name is used for both genders in its native Nigeria and can be just as attractive for a girl.

Kehinde for boys

This African name, which derives from the Yoruba tribe of Nigeria, is used for both girls and boys -- but in the US, its most notable bearer is (male) artist Kehinde Wiley. Wiley, who paints brown- and black-skinned people in the style of European Old Masters, was born in Los Angeles of an African-American mother and a Yoruba father and was also a twin, thus his name. An attractive and creative choice for either gender.

Pronounced keh-HIN-deh.

As of October 2026, Kehinde ranked #16418 in US births in 2024 SSA, peaked at #9778 in 1982.

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