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Adunni

Girl name · African

Meaningsweet to have · Yoruba

Adunni is an African girl name meaning “sweet to have”, with Yoruba roots. Yoruba names often tell a story, such as the circumstances of a child's birth or a family's hopes. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.

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Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Adunni

Adunni is a girl name of African origin meaning “sweet to have”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Adunni at school.

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Questions about the name Adunni

What does the name Adunni mean?

Adunni means “sweet to have” and comes from Yoruba. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Dulce (“sweet”), Rihanna (“sweet basil”), Candy (“sweet”) and Nandi (“sweet one”).

What is the origin of the name Adunni?

Adunni is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Yoruba. Other African names to consider are Layla (“night”), Zuri (“beautiful”), Aisha (“alive”) and Amber (“amber resin”).

Is Adunni a boy or girl name?

Adunni is a girl name.

What names are similar to Adunni?

If you like Adunni, you might also like Dulce, Rihanna, Candy and Nandi.

What should I know before naming my baby Adunni?

Adunni is an African girl name meaning “sweet to have”, with Yoruba roots. Yoruba names often tell a story, such as the circumstances of a child's birth or a family's hopes. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.