Oluwafemi Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationoh-loo-wah-FAY-mee / oʊluːwɑːˈfeɪmiYoruba
Meaning
God loves me
Historical & Cultural Background
Oluwafemi is a name of Yoruba origin, a prominent ethnic group in Nigeria. The Yoruba culture places significant importance on names, often reflecting religious beliefs and familial values. Names like Oluwafemi are commonly given to express gratitude and devotion to God. This name is part of a broader tradition of compound names in Yoruba, which often combine elements that convey specific meanings.
Similar Names
Variants
- Olu
- Femi
International Variants
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Famous people named Oluwafemi
Oluwafemi Adebayo is a Nigerian footballer known for his skills on the field.
Oluwafemi Ojo is a prominent Nigerian artist recognized for his contributions to contemporary art.
Fictional characters named Oluwafemi
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Oluwafemi was first seen in the United States in 1984. Oluwafemi has ranked as high as #1378 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Texas. In the past 5 years the name Oluwafemi has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Oluwafemi (2022)
State | Births | Share |
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TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1984 | 6 |
1990 | 5 |
1992 | 5 |
1994 | 6 |
1995 | 6 |
1996 | 9 |
1997 | 5 |
1998 | 7 |
1999 | 11 |
2000 | 7 |
2001 | 8 |
2002 | 9 |
2003 | 9 |
2004 | 8 |
2005 | 9 |
2006 | 6 |
2007 | 11 |
2008 | 10 |
2009 | 6 |
2010 | 7 |
2011 | 6 |
2013 | 7 |
2014 | 8 |
2015 | 7 |
2016 | 10 |
2017 | 6 |
2018 | 8 |
2019 | 5 |
2020 | 10 |
2021 | 6 |
2022 | 15 |
2023 | 5 |
2024 | 8 |