Yemisi

Meaning of Yemisi

Yemisi is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. It has its origins in Nigeria and is commonly used in Nigerian English. The name Yemisi is pronounced as yeh-MEE-see (/jɛˈmiːsi/) and has the variation of Yemi. In terms of popularity, the name Yemisi has been recorded in the data for newborns in the United States of America since 1983, with five occurrences in both 1983 and 1984. This name carries a sense of cultural richness and individuality, making it an excellent choice for parents seeking a meaningful and distinctive name for their daughter.

Pronunciation

Nigerian English

  • Pronunced as yeh-MEE-see (/jɛˈmiːsi/)

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Similar Names to Yemisi

Notable People Named Yemisi

Yemisi Adedoyin Shyllon is a prince of Ake in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria, from the Sogbulu and Ogunfayo lineage of the Laarun ruling house of Ake in Egbaland.
Yemisi Ransome-Kuti is the granddaughter of Rev. Canon Josiah Ransome-Kuti and the niece of Chief Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, a prominent Nigerian feminist and independence advocate.
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