Declining since 1998, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Ayinde since 1973
Babies named Ayinde per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 78 |
| 1980s | 54 |
| 1990s | 158 |
| 2000s | 92 |
| 2010s | 44 |
| 2020s | 18 |
Meaning & origin
Ayinde is a distinctive Yoruba name that entered U.S. records in 1973 and peaked in popularity in 1997. Currently ranked 12008th, it is a rare choice with an incidence of about 1 in 341,615 newborns. The name has seen a gradual decline since 1998, yet retains cultural significance for families with West African heritage. As a name that carries a meaning of praise and arrival, Ayinde connects to a rich tradition of Yoruba naming practices that honor the circumstances of a child's birth.
Ayinde is a Yoruba name from Nigeria, commonly given to a child whose birth brings praise and joy to the family. It is often interpreted to mean 'we gave praise and he came' or 'one who is praised.' The name is part of a tradition of names that reflect circumstances of birth or parental aspirations. Ayinde is frequently used among Yoruba-speaking communities and has spread to other parts of West Africa and the African diaspora.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ayin, Inde, Yindi
Variants: Ayinde, Aiyinde
Sibling names for Ayinde
Names that share Ayinde's style, for a brother or sister.
