"my blessings have arrived"
Origin: Yoruba
Language: Yoruba
Iremide
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Born as the answer to a thousand prayers
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Yoruba
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The Story of Iremide
Iremide is a Yoruba name from southwestern Nigeria, composed of 'ire' (blessings, goodness, fortune), 'mi' (my), and 'de' (has come, has arrived). Together it means 'my blessings have arrived' — an expression of profound gratitude, often given to a child seen as the fulfillment of prayers and hopes. In Yoruba culture, names are not merely labels but declarations of faith and testimony.
Iremide and names of this structure remain popular among Yoruba families as expressions of thanksgiving, reflecting the deep tradition of theophoric naming in which a child's birth is celebrated as divine favor.
In Yoruba tradition, names carry spiritual weight — Iremide announces to the world that goodness has arrived with this child, embedding a sense of purpose and blessing into the child's identity from birth.
Historical Record
Iremide first appeared in US Social Security records in 2015.
Over 100 babies have been named Iremide in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Iremide is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #25,690 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Yoruba is one of the largest languages in Africa, spoken by over 50 million people across Nigeria, Benin, and Togo
- The Yoruba naming tradition (Oruko Amutorunwa) holds that some names are destined even before birth
Iremide in Other Languages
Igbo
Chioma (divine goodness)
Yoruba
Iremide
English
My Blessings Have Come
Popularity Over Time
#25,690
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Iremide
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Iremide Akinsiku
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1993
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Iremide Adeoye
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1990
Nigerian community leader and social entrepreneur
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #25,690
- Total SSA Count
- 6
- Cultural Origins
- Nigerian Yoruba
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
Common Nicknames
Ire
Remi
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Frequently Asked Questions About Iremide
What does the name Iremide mean?
"my blessings have arrived" (from Yoruba). Iremide is a Yoruba name from southwestern Nigeria, composed of 'ire' (blessings, goodness, fortune), 'mi' (my), and 'de' (has come, has arrived). Together it means 'my blessings have arrived' — an expression of profound gratitude, often given to a child seen as the fulfillment of prayers and hopes. In Yoruba culture, names are not merely labels but declarations of faith and testimony.
What is the origin of the name Iremide?
Iremide has Yoruba and Nigerian origins. In Yoruba, it means "my blessings have arrived".
Is Iremide a boy or girl name?
Iremide is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #25690. As a boy name, it is ranked #24395. Iremide is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Iremide?
Iremide is currently ranked #25690 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Iremide?
Common nicknames for Iremide include Ire and Remi.
What are good middle names for Iremide?
Popular middle name pairings include Iremide Adunola, Iremide Oluwafemi, Iremide Grace, Iremide Joy, and Iremide Blessing.
What are good sibling names for Iremide?
Names that pair well with Iremide as siblings include Aramide, Tomiwa, Damilola, and Inioluwa.
How many syllables does Iremide have?
Iremide has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Iremide a common or rare name?
Iremide is an uncommon name, ranked #25690 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Iremide
Iremide is a girl name with Nigerian and Yoruba origins . The name means "my blessings have arrived" in Yoruba .
Is Iremide a boy or girl name? Iremide is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #25,690 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #24,395. Iremide is more commonly used as a boy name.
Iremide is currently ranked #25,690 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Iremide has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Iremide include Ire and Remi. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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