# What Does the Name Funke Mean?

Funke is a girl name of Yoruba origin. It means “given by God to cherish”.

**Origin:** Yoruba

  **Gender:** girl

  **Pronunciation:** FOON-keh

## Listen: how to pronounce Funke

The name Funke comes from Yoruba roots, where it carries the meaning “given by God to cherish”. It is pronounced FOON-keh.

Is Funke a boy or girl name? Funke is a girl name, used for girls.

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the meaning of Funke?

Funke means “given by God to cherish”. It is a name of Yoruba origin.

### What origin is the name Funke?

Funke is of Yoruba origin.

### Is Funke a boy or girl name?

Funke is a girl name, used for girls.

### How do you pronounce Funke?

Funke is pronounced FOON-keh. Listen to the audio pronunciation above.