OLUFEMI
Olufemi
Olufemi is a British surname of Nigerian Yoruba origin. The name Olufemi is a combination of two Yoruba words, "Olu" which means 'god' and "Femi" which means 'love me'.
The Olufemi surname is most commonly found among the Yoruba people of Nigeria, but it has also spread to other parts of the world, including the United Kingdom. The migration of people from Nigeria to the UK has contributed to the presence of the Olufemi surname in British society.
Individuals with the surname Olufemi can be found in various professions and fields, contributing to the diversity and cultural richness of British society.
The Olufemi surname carries with it a sense of cultural heritage and identity, linking individuals to their Nigerian Yoruba roots. It serves as a reminder of the ancestral connections and traditions that continue to influence the lives of those who bear this surname.
Overall, the Olufemi surname represents a blend of Nigerian and British cultures, highlighting the interconnectedness of the global community and the richness of diversity within the British population.
There are approximately 164 people named Olufemi in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Olufemi.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Benjamin
- David
- Gabriel
- James
- Joseph
- Linus
- Michael
- Olujimi
- Olumide
- Taiwo
- Uche
Female
- Abosede
- Christina
- Esther
- Jamila
- Janet
- Judith
- Olufunke
- Rafiat
- Stella
- Temitope