Holding steady, #9,714 for boys today.
Popularity of Olufemi since 1973
Babies named Olufemi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 42 |
| 1980s | 106 |
| 1990s | 90 |
| 2000s | 82 |
| 2010s | 52 |
| 2020s | 18 |
Meaning & origin
Olufemi is a Yoruba name meaning 'God loves me,' first recorded in U.S. Social Security data in 1973. It peaked in popularity in 1983 but has remained in steady use since, with a rank of 9,714 in 2025. The name carries strong cultural and spiritual significance within Nigerian communities and has been adopted by families seeking a meaningful name with African roots.
Olufemi is a Yoruba name from Nigeria, composed of 'Olu' (a shortened form of 'Oluwa', meaning 'God') and 'fẹ́mi' ('loves me'). The name expresses gratitude and devotion, commonly given among Yoruba-speaking families as a statement of faith. It has been used in Nigeria for generations and began appearing in U.S. Social Security records in 1973.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Femi, Olu
Variants: Olufẹmi, Oluwafemi
Sibling names for Olufemi
Names that share Olufemi's style, for a brother or sister.
