Yemi
Meaning of Yemi
Yemi is a beautiful and unique name that originates from the Yoruba culture. It is primarily used as a female name. In Yoruba, it is pronounced as yeh-MEE (/jɛmˌi/). This name has a lovely sound and a rich cultural heritage. It may also be spelled as Yemisi. While not extremely popular in the United States, with only 6 occurrences in 2021, Yemi holds great potential for those seeking a distinctive and meaningful name for their baby girl. Its rarity adds to its charm and ensures that your little one will stand out from the crowd. Consider choosing Yemi for your daughter to embrace her Nigerian roots and celebrate her individuality.
Pronunciation
Yoruba
- Pronunced as yeh-MEE (/jɛmˌi/)
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Notable People Named Yemi
| Yemi Odubade is a Nigerian footballer known for his role as a striker at Southern League Premier Division club Gosport Borough. |
| Yemi Eberechi Alade is a Nigerian Afropop singer, songwriter, actress, and activist known for her influential music incorporating various African genres and languages. |
| Yemi Osinbajo - Oluyemi Oluleke Osinbajo is a Nigerian lawyer, professor, and politician who served as the 14th vice president of Nigeria from 2015 to 2023. |
| Yemi Adenuga - Oluwayemi "Yemi" Adenuga is a Nigerian-Irish politician, community organizer, and advocate for social justice initiatives, known for being the first elected black female public representative in Ireland and for her work in mentoring programs and media. |
| Yemi Elebuibon - Ifáyẹmi Ọ̀ṣúndàgbonù Elebuibon is a renowned Yoruba writer, poet, author, and Ifa priest known for his work in preserving Yoruba culture and heritage. |
| Yemi Nicholson - Bertengeh O. "Yemi" Gadri-Nicholson is a former professional basketball player known for his college career with the Denver Pioneers. |
| Yemi Blaq, originally named Folayemi Olatunji, is a Nigerian film actor, songwriter, and model. |
| Yemi Shodimu is a multi-talented Yoruba dramatist, television presenter, film director, and filmmaker. |
