"God is sufficient for me"
Origin: Yoruba
Language: Yoruba
Oluwatomi
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A testament to faith and divine sufficiency
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Meaning & Origin
"the Lord is mine"
Origin: Yoruba
Language: English
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The Story of Oluwatomi
Oluwatomi is a Yoruba theophoric name, meaning a name that contains a reference to God. It breaks down as 'Oluwa' (God, Lord) + 'tomi' (is sufficient for me, is mine). Together: 'God is sufficient for me' or 'My Lord is enough.' This type of Yoruba name reflects the deep spiritual tradition of naming children after divine blessings and affirmations of faith. Oluwatomi is part of the vast 'Oluwa' family of Yoruba names that celebrate God's presence and provision in a child's life.
Oluwatomi and similar Yoruba theophoric names have remained consistently popular across Nigeria and the Yoruba diaspora, as families honor their faith and cultural heritage through naming.
Theophoric names — names containing the divine — are central to Yoruba naming culture, reflecting the belief that each child is a gift from God and their name should honor that relationship.
Historical Record
Oluwatomi first appeared in US Social Security records in 2012.
Over 28 babies have been named Oluwatomi in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Oluwatomi is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #13,450 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Yoruba is one of the largest ethnic groups in Africa, with over 40 million people, and has one of the world's richest naming traditions
- The Yoruba 'Oluwa' (God) prefix appears in hundreds of different names, each expressing a different aspect of divine blessing or relationship
Oluwatomi in Other Languages
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Popularity Over Time
#13,450
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Oluwatomi
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Tomi Adeyemi
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1993
Nigerian-American author of Children of Blood and Bone
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Olumide Durojaiye
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1981
Nigerian professional basketball player
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Olusegun Obasanjo
Politician
1937
Former President of Nigeria (1999-2007) and Oluwa-prefix name bearer
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 5
- Popularity Rank
- #13,450
- Total SSA Count
- 7
- Cultural Origins
- Yoruba Nigerian West African
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
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Frequently Asked Questions About Oluwatomi
What does the name Oluwatomi mean?
"God is sufficient for me" (from Yoruba). "the Lord is mine" (from Yoruba). Oluwatomi is a Yoruba theophoric name, meaning a name that contains a reference to God. It breaks down as 'Oluwa' (God, Lord) + 'tomi' (is sufficient for me, is mine). Together: 'God is sufficient for me' or 'My Lord is enough.' This type of Yoruba name reflects the deep spiritual tradition of naming children after divine blessings and affirmations of faith. Oluwatomi is part of the vast 'Oluwa' family of Yoruba names that celebrate God's presence and provision in a child's life.
What is the origin of the name Oluwatomi?
Oluwatomi has Yoruba, Nigerian, and West African origins. In Yoruba, it means "God is sufficient for me". In Yoruba, it means "the Lord is mine".
Is Oluwatomi a boy or girl name?
Oluwatomi is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #13450. As a girl name, it is ranked #29164. Oluwatomi is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Oluwatomi?
Oluwatomi is currently ranked #13450 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Oluwatomi?
Common nicknames for Oluwatomi include Tomi, Tomi, and Olu.
What are good middle names for Oluwatomi?
Popular middle name pairings include Oluwatomi Emmanuel, Oluwatomi David, Oluwatomi Joshua, Oluwatomi Segun, and Oluwatomi Femi.
What are good sibling names for Oluwatomi?
Names that pair well with Oluwatomi as siblings include Oluwaseun, Adebimpe, Olumide, and Adaeze.
How many syllables does Oluwatomi have?
Oluwatomi has 5 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Oluwatomi a common or rare name?
Oluwatomi is an uncommon name, ranked #13450 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Oluwatomi
Oluwatomi is a boy name with Yoruba, Nigerian, and West African origins . The name means "God is sufficient for me" in Yoruba .
Is Oluwatomi a boy or girl name? Oluwatomi is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #13,450 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #29,164. Oluwatomi is more commonly used as a boy name.
Oluwatomi is currently ranked #13,450 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Oluwatomi has 5 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Oluwatomi include Tomi, Tomi, and Olu. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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