Oluwakemi

“God has blessed me”

Nigeria origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#13221US 2022

7Births / yr

↑Rising

229All-time births

📅 Since 198100

What does Oluwakemi mean and where does it come from?

Oluwakemi is of Yoruba origin and is composed of the elements 'Oluwa', meaning 'God', and 'kemi', meaning 'to bless me'. It reflects the cultural significance of names among the Yoruba people, who often incorporate divine references. The name emphasizes gratitude and acknowledgment of divine favor,

Cultural significance

Oluwakemi has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Nigeria-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god has blessed me.

Peak popularity

Reached #7278 in 1987 — currently #13221 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Oluwakemi?

Oluwakemi works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Oluwakemi Grace

How popular is Oluwakemi right now?

Rising fast — up 706 spots — currently #13221 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2022#13221 · Top 9.8%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#13221	7	▲ up 706
2010	#13927	7	▼ down 386
2005	#13541	7	▼ down 5718 · -46% births
2000	#7823	13	▲ up 2286 · +63% births
1995	#10109	8	▲ up 4110 · +60% births
1990	#14219	5	▼ down 2234
1985	#11985	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Oluwakemi

Best Year2000Rank #7823

Peak Count13

Average Rank#12118

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1985 - 20227 years

The story of Oluwakemi

Oluwakemi is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1981. With 229 total births recorded, Oluwakemi remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #11985 in 1985, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13221 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Oluwakemi in 1987:

Jessica Ashley Amanda Jennifer Sarah

Oluwakemi by decade

Oluwakemi peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	44
1990s	70
2000s ★	83
2010s	32

💎Oluwakemi has only 229 total recorded births since 1981 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Oluwakemi?

Common

OluOlOlieOlyEmi

What names sound and feel like Oluwakemi?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Oluwakemi also consider these

Nigeria · God has blessed

Toluwanimi

Nigeria · God is with

Opeyemi

Nigeria · I am blessed

Olamiposi

Nigeria · The world is

Folakemi

International · A International name

Ayofemi

Nigeria · Yoruba

Common questions about the name Oluwakemi

What does the name Oluwakemi mean?

Oluwakemi means "God has blessed me" — a name rooted in Nigeria tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Oluwakemi?

Oluwakemi is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Oluwakemi have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Oluwakemi?

Oluwakemi originates from Nigeria tradition. Nigeria names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Oluwakemi?

Oluwakemi pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Nigeria heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Oluwakemi trending right now?

Oluwakemi is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.