OYEKANMI
Oyekanmi
Oyekanmi is a British surname with origins rooted in Nigerian culture. The surname is of Yoruba descent and is predominantly found among the Yoruba people of Nigeria. It now serves as a name adopted by individuals of Yoruba heritage who have settled in the United Kingdom.
The name Oyekanmi is a compound Yoruba word, comprising "Oye" which means "title" or "honour", and "Kanmi" which means "inside me" or "within me". Therefore, the name can be interpreted to mean "title dwells within me" or "I possess honour".
As with many surnames originating from Nigerian cultures, the name Oyekanmi often carries significant meaning and can reflect the values or aspirations of the family that bears it. With the Nigerian diaspora present in the UK, the Oyekanmi surname has become a part of the diverse tapestry of British society, representing the rich cultural heritage of its bearers.
There are approximately 104 people named Oyekanmi in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Oyekanmi.