Gender: Unisex
Origin: Shona (Zimbabwean), African
Meaning: Gratitude or giving thanks
Pronunciation: T EH N D EY
Popularity Rank: #16,570
Tendai means 'be thankful' or 'give thanks' in Shona. It is a popular name in Zimbabwe, reflecting the importance of gratitude and appreciation in the culture.
The name Tendai is of Shona (Zimbabwean), African origin and means Gratitude or giving thanks. It is often used as a Unisex name and is mostly used as a First Name.
Tendai is commonly found in South Africa, United Kingdom, Botswana, and 29 more countries.
ARPAbet Phonetic Pronunciation: T EH N D EY
T: Pronounce as in "top" (T AA P)
EH: Pronounce as in "red" (R EH D)
N: Pronounce as in "no" (N OW)
D: Pronounce as in "dog" (D AO G)
EY: Pronounce as in "they" (DH EY)
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At NamesLook, the name Tendai is recorded 2,635 times globally, ranking it as the 16,570th most common name worldwide.
Tendai is most prevalent in South Africa, with 2,195 occurrences, making it the 993th most popular name in the country.
In Botswana, the name Tendai is found among 1 in every 1035 people, showcasing its highest frequency there.
| Country | Rank | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | #993 | 1 : 1,068 |
| United Kingdom | #3,863 | 1 : 2,963 |
| Botswana | #390 | 1 : 1,035 |
| United States of America | #24,464 | 1 : 29,658 |
| Namibia | #1,357 | 1 : 3,735 |
This chart displays the ranking of the name Tendai from 1980 to 2023, based on the most recent data from the U.S. Social Security Administration.
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