UK boy's name
Oluyemi
Of Yoruba origin signifying "the wealth or honor of God".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2001. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Oluyemi is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Oluyemi popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2001 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3134, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2001, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2001 to 2001. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Oluyemi is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Oluyemi. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2002 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Oluyemi ranked #3134 for boys in England and Wales in 2001, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2001, when 3 boys were registered as Oluyemi.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Oluyemi as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3134
2001
Births in 2001
3
Latest year
Peak year
2001
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Oluyemi mean?
The name Oluyemi is a Yoruba name from West Africa, specifically Nigeria. It originated from the combination of two Yoruba words, "Olu" meaning "owner" or "lord," and "Iyemi," which means "good character" or "good behavior." The name can be translated to mean "the owner of good character" or "lord of good behavior."
The Yoruba people are an ethnic group native to southwestern Nigeria and neighboring regions. They have a rich cultural heritage, and their language, Yoruba, is one of the most widely spoken languages in West Africa. The name Oluyemi has been in use among the Yoruba people for centuries, reflecting their values and beliefs.
While there are no specific ancient texts or religious scriptures that mention the name Oluyemi, it is deeply rooted in the Yoruba tradition. The earliest recorded examples of the name can be traced back to the 18th and 19th centuries, when it was commonly given to male children in Yoruba communities.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Oluyemi. One of the earliest recorded was Oluyemi Ashogbon (1830-1895), a prominent Yoruba chief and warrior who played a significant role in the defense of Ibadan during the 19th century Yoruba Wars.
Another famous Oluyemi was Oluyemi Akinleye (1880-1962), a Nigerian educator and clergyman who founded the Ibadan Grammar School, one of the oldest secondary schools in Nigeria. He was a pioneer in the field of education and contributed significantly to the development of the educational system in the country.
In the 20th century, Oluyemi Kayode (1923-1976) was a renowned Nigerian playwright and actor. He was a pioneer of modern Nigerian theater and was instrumental in promoting Yoruba culture through his works, which included plays, poems, and short stories.
More recently, Oluyemi Oluleke Osinbajo (born 1957) is the current Vice President of Nigeria. He is a lawyer, professor, and Christian pastor who has held various positions in the Nigerian government and private sector.
Oluyemi Finnih (1950-2019) was a Nigerian-American aerospace engineer and entrepreneur. He was the founder and CEO of Automated Dynamics Corporation, a company specializing in aerospace engineering and manufacturing. Finnih made significant contributions to the development of aerospace technology and was recognized for his work with numerous awards and accolades.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the name Oluyemi throughout history, reflecting its cultural significance and the diverse achievements of those who bear it.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Oluyemi by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Oluyemi was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #3134 | 3 | 1 |
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- Oakley 9,838
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- Oskar 4,827
- Olly 4,403
- Otto 3,839
- Osian 3,145
- Owain 2,310
FAQ
Oluyemi: questions and answers
How popular is the name Oluyemi in the UK right now?
In 2001, Oluyemi was ranked #3134 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Oluyemi most popular?
The peak year on record was 2001, with 3 babies registered as Oluyemi in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Oluyemi?
Of Yoruba origin signifying "the wealth or honor of God".
How many people are called Oluyemi in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Oluyemi across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.