Kanye (name)
Kanye /ˈkɑːnjeɪ/ is a Yoruba name meaning "next in line to the chieftaincy".[1] It is also an Igbo name meaning "let's give". The name or word Kanye can also be derived from Bantu languages of Southern Africa, meaning 'only once'; 'only one' and 'to shine'. In Zulu and Xhosa, UzuKanye means Ought to Shine.
| Pronunciation | /ˈkɑːnjeɪ/ |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Origin | |
| Word/name | |
| Meaning | Let's give (God praise), together (togetherness) |
| Region of origin | Nigeria, South Africa |
| Other names | |
| Related names | Adekanye, Kainene |
People
- Kanye West (born 1977), American rapper, singer, musician and record producer
Notes
- "User-submitted name Kanye - Behind the Name". www.behindthename.com. Retrieved 2021-11-30.
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