Olufemi

Olufemi is a male first name that has its origins in West Africa, particularly in the Yoruba language and in Nigeria. The literal translation is "God loves me" or alternatively "honored by God."

What does the name Olufemi mean?

Olufemi is a male first name from West Africa, particularly common in the Yoruba language and in Nigeria. It can be interpreted as "God loves me" or "honored by God." The name has its roots in the Yoruba language and consists of the components Olú, meaning "God," "Master," or "Lord," and fẹ, meaning "to love" or "to desire," along with mi for "me." Olú or Olòrún is one of the names for the supreme deity in Yoruba mythology. Olorun is regarded as the Lord of the heavens and is often associated with the sun. A variant of the name is Oluwafemi, and it is also used as a surname.

Where does the name Olufemi come from?

Olufemi is a male first name that originates from the Yoruba language and carries the meaning "God loves me." The word components consist of Olú, meaning "God," "Master," or "Lord," and the verb fẹ, which means "to love" or "to desire," along with mi for "me." It is prevalent in Nigerian and West African languages, particularly in Yoruba.

How do you pronounce Olufemi?

Oh-loo-feh-mee

Popularity

Olufemi is a rather rare name in Germany. In 2022, it ranked 5,453rd on the list of most common male first names. Its highest ranking was 3,479th in 2012. In the last ten years, Olufemi has been given as a first name fewer than 10 times, placing it 7,203rd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 7,284th.

Nicknames & pet names

Femi

Famous people

• Olufemi Majekodunmi (British architect)
• Olufemi Sanyaolu (Nigerian musician)
• Olufemi Smith (German football player)