UK girl's name
Temi
A feminine name of Nigerian origin meaning "Never too much".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2006. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Temi is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Temi popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2006 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5061, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2006, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2006 to 2006. 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.
Temi is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Temi. 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 2007 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Temi ranked #5061 for girls in England and Wales in 2006, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2006, when 3 girls were registered as Temi.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Temi as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5061
2006
Births in 2006
3
Latest year
Peak year
2006
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Temi mean?
The name Temi has its origins in the Yoruba language, which is spoken primarily in southwestern Nigeria, as well as parts of Benin and Togo. The name is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, around the 12th century CE, when the Yoruba people were establishing themselves as a dominant cultural force in West Africa.
Temi is derived from the Yoruba word "temi," which means "to be sweet" or "to be pleasing." It was initially used as a descriptive term to express admiration for a child's sweet nature or pleasing demeanor. Over time, it transitioned into a proper name, reflecting the parents' hope for their child to embody these positive qualities.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Temi can be found in the oral traditions and folktales of the Yoruba people. These stories, passed down through generations, often featured characters with names like Temi, highlighting the cultural significance and longevity of the name.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Temi. One such figure was Temi Olowogboyega (c. 1550-1610), a renowned warrior and leader from the Oyo Empire, who played a pivotal role in the expansion of the empire during the late 16th century.
In the realm of literature, Temi Awogbami (1908-1983) was a celebrated Yoruba poet and playwright, renowned for his contributions to the preservation and promotion of Yoruba culture through his works.
Another notable figure was Temi Agbaje (1923-2009), a Nigerian entrepreneur and philanthropist, who founded one of the country's largest conglomerates and made significant contributions to various educational and charitable initiatives.
In the field of sports, Temi Fagbenle (born 1992) is a British-Nigerian basketball player who has represented Great Britain in multiple international competitions, including the Olympic Games.
More recently, Temi Olunloyo (born 1984) is a Nigerian-American journalist and author, known for her work on social justice issues and her advocacy for marginalized communities.
These individuals, spanning different eras and fields, exemplify the enduring legacy and diverse representation of the name Temi throughout history.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Temi by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Temi 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 | #5061 | 3 | 1 |
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- Tiana 3,570
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FAQ
Temi: questions and answers
How popular is the name Temi in the UK right now?
In 2006, Temi was ranked #5061 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Temi most popular?
The peak year on record was 2006, with 3 babies registered as Temi in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Temi?
A feminine name of Nigerian origin meaning "Never too much".
How many people are called Temi in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Temi 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.