Oluwafemi
Oluwafemi is a Christian boy name of Yoruba origin, meaning “God loves me”.
| Meaning | God loves me |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Yoruba |
| Pronunciation | oh-loo-wah-FEH-mee |
| Tradition | Christian, Muslim |
| Used in | Nigeria |
Meaning and origin of Oluwafemi
Oluwafemi joins Oluwa, God or Lord, with fe mi, loves me, and so means 'God loves me'. It is among the most familiar Oluwa- names and is generally shortened to Femi. Notable bearers of the short form include the musician Femi Kuti and the writer Femi Osofisan.
Is Oluwafemi a Christian name?
Oluwafemi is a theophoric name expressing God's love, used largely by Christian Yoruba families and also by some Muslims.
How popular is Oluwafemi?
Very common among the Yoruba, especially in the shortened form Femi.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Oluwafemi mean?
Oluwafemi means 'God loves me'. It is of Yoruba origin.
Is Oluwafemi a Christian name?
Oluwafemi is a theophoric name expressing God's love, used largely by Christian Yoruba families and also by some Muslims.
How do you pronounce Oluwafemi?
Oluwafemi is pronounced oh-loo-wah-FEH-mee.
Is Oluwafemi a boy or girl name?
Oluwafemi is usually a boy name.