Yemi
Yemi is a unisex name of African origin meaning “befit me.”
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how do you pronounce Yemi?
YEH-mee
where does the name Yemi come from?
A unisex Yoruba name meaning befit me, also the short form of longer names such as Oláyẹmí, wealth befits me, Oluyẹmí, God befits me, and Adéyẹmí, crown befits me.
Yemi is a Yoruba name from Nigeria meaning befit me, and the short form of longer names such as Oluyẹmí, God befits me, Oláyẹmí, wealth befits me, and Adéyẹmí, crown befits me. It is widely used across West Africa and in the diaspora as both a given name and a nickname.
who are famous people named Yemi?
- Yemi Alade (Nigerian singer)
- Yemi Osinbajo (former Vice President of Nigeria)
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quick answers about Yemi
What does the name Yemi mean?
Yemi means “befit me”.
What is the origin of the name Yemi?
Yemi comes from the African naming tradition.
How popular is the name Yemi?
Yemi has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.
Is Yemi a boy or girl name?
Yemi is a unisex name, used for both boys and girls.
How do you pronounce Yemi?
Yemi is pronounced YEH-mee, with 2 syllables.
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