Kehinde

The second-born of twins

GenderBoyOriginYoruba/NigerianSay itkeh-HEEN-dehPopularityUncommon
Pronounced keh-HEEN-deh

About the name Kehinde

Kehinde is traditionally given to the second-born twin in Yoruba culture, believed to be the wiser, more patient sibling. It's a name steeped in cultural significance.

Patient and observant, he often waits to see before he leaps.

Fun fact

In Yoruba tradition, Kehinde is believed to have sent Taiwo out first to check if the world is good to live in.

Nicknames for Kehinde

Kenny

Variations

KennyKehinde

Sibling name ideas

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