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Yinka

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Yinka
GenderUnisex
Language(s)Yoruba
Origin
Word/nameNigeria
MeaningSurround me
Region of originSouth-west Nigeria
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Yínká is a unisex name in the Yoruba language. It is a contraction of "Yímiká" meaning "surround me.".[1] It is also a diminutive form of names such as Adéyínká (crown/royalty surrounds me), Olayinka (prestige/wealth surrounds me), Akínyínká (warriors/valour surrounds me), Olúyínká (God/my lord surrounds me), etc.[2][3]

Notable individuals with the name

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References

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  1. ^ "Yínká". www.yorubaname.com. Retrieved 2024-10-26.
  2. ^ Kayode J. Fakinlede (2005). Beginner's Yoruba. Hippocrene Beginner's Series. p. 10. ISBN 9780781810692.
  3. ^ Nike Lawal; Matthew N. O. Sadiku; P. Adelumo Dopamu (2004). Understanding Yoruba Life and Culture. Africa World Press. p. 517. ISBN 9781592210251.