Adeyemi
Adeyemi is a Christian boy name of Yoruba origin, meaning “The crown befits me”.
| Meaning | The crown befits me |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Yoruba |
| Pronunciation | ah-deh-YEH-mee |
| Tradition | Christian, Muslim |
| Used in | Nigeria |
Meaning and origin of Adeyemi
Adeyemi is formed from ade, crown, and yemi, suits or befits me, so it expresses that royalty or honour is fitting for the child. Like other Ade- names, it traditionally points to a family of royal or chiefly lineage. It is now even more common as a surname than as a first name and is shortened to Yemi.
Is Adeyemi a Christian name?
This is a Yoruba heritage name rather than a religious one, used across Christian and Muslim Yoruba families.
How popular is Adeyemi?
Very common as a Yoruba surname and used as a given name in Nigeria and the diaspora.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Adeyemi mean?
Adeyemi means 'The crown befits me'. It is of Yoruba origin.
Is Adeyemi a Christian name?
This is a Yoruba heritage name rather than a religious one, used across Christian and Muslim Yoruba families.
How do you pronounce Adeyemi?
Adeyemi is pronounced ah-deh-YEH-mee.
Is Adeyemi a boy or girl name?
Adeyemi is usually a boy name.