Akintunde
Meaningthe warrior has returned · Yoruba
Akintunde is an African boy name meaning “the warrior has returned”, 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 a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Akintunde would score 14 points, thanks largely to the K (worth 5).
- GenerationAkintunde peaked in 1972, which makes it a Gen X name. The typical Akintunde you'd meet today is about 53 years old.
- HistoryAkintunde first shows up in US birth records in 1972, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 53 years since.
US births per million boys, 1972–2025
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About the name Akintunde
Akintunde is a boy name of African origin meaning “the warrior has returned”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, and plenty of room for a nickname, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It hit its peak in the 1970s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:African names
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Questions about the name Akintunde
What does the name Akintunde mean?
Akintunde means “the warrior has returned” and comes from Yoruba. Names built around “warrior” have been loved for generations, and give a child a meaning worth sharing when someone asks about their name. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Luis (“famous warrior”), Louis (“famous warrior”), Finley (“fair warrior”) and Murphy (“sea warrior”).
What is the origin of the name Akintunde?
Akintunde is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Yoruba. Other African names to consider are Cairo (“the victorious”), Asa (“healer”), Zaire (“river”) and Omari (“long-lived”).
Is Akintunde a boy or girl name?
Akintunde is a boy name.
How popular is the name Akintunde?
Akintunde is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 1999. It peaked at #4,986 in 1972, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Akintunde?
If you like Akintunde, you might also like Luis, Louis, Finley and Murphy.
What should I know before naming my baby Akintunde?
Akintunde is an African boy name meaning “the warrior has returned”, 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 a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, 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.