Olufemi
Olufemi is a Christian boy name of Yoruba origin, meaning “God loves me”.
| Meaning | God loves me |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Yoruba |
| Pronunciation | oh-loo-FEH-mee |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Nigeria |
Meaning and origin of Olufemi
Olufemi joins Olu, a short form of Oluwa (Lord, God), with femi, 'loves me', so it means 'God loves me'. In daily life it is almost always shortened to Femi, the name by which the Afrobeat musician Femi Kuti is known. A closely related form is Oluwafemi. The name is mostly given to boys, though girls occasionally receive it too, and it expresses a parent's sense that the child is a sign of divine favor.
Is Olufemi a Christian name?
Olu- names refer to God and are especially popular with Yoruba Christians, though Muslim families use some of them too.
How popular is Olufemi?
Very common among Yoruba men, usually as Femi.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Olufemi mean?
Olufemi means 'God loves me'. It is of Yoruba origin.
Is Olufemi a Christian name?
Olu- names refer to God and are especially popular with Yoruba Christians, though Muslim families use some of them too.
How do you pronounce Olufemi?
Olufemi is pronounced oh-loo-FEH-mee.
Is Olufemi a boy or girl name?
Olufemi is usually a boy name.