Feranmi
A Yoruba name meaning "God loves me" or "Beloved of God".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Feranmi. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Feranmi today is around 4 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Feranmi births was 2022 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Feranmi. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Feranmi. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2022
5 babies that year
Average age
4
years old
2022 SSA rank
#12,954
Tracked since 2022
Popularity
Feranmi: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Feranmi by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Feranmi during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Feranmi
The name Feranmi originates from the Yoruba language, which is spoken primarily in southwestern Nigeria and neighboring regions. It is a combination of two Yoruba words: "fera" meaning "love" and "anmi" meaning "my mind or soul." Thus, the name Feranmi can be interpreted as "love of my soul" or "beloved of my heart."
The Yoruba people have a rich cultural heritage dating back several centuries, and their naming traditions often reflect their values, beliefs, and aspirations. Feranmi is a name that conveys a deep sense of affection and endearment, often given to children with the hope that they will be cherished and loved.
While the exact origins of the name Feranmi are difficult to trace, it has been present in the Yoruba culture for generations. It is possible that the name has appeared in ancient Yoruba oral traditions, folktales, or proverbs, as these were the primary means of preserving cultural knowledge before written records became widespread.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Feranmi can be found in the 17th century, when a Yoruba chief or ruler bearing this name was mentioned in historical accounts. However, details about this individual are scarce, as written records from that period were limited.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Feranmi. One such person was Feranmi Ogunde (1914-1992), a renowned Nigerian playwright, actor, and filmmaker. He was a pioneer in the development of the Yoruba traveling theater and played a significant role in promoting Yoruba culture through his works.
Another prominent figure was Feranmi Okuku (1926-2005), a Nigerian lawyer and human rights activist. He served as the President of the Nigerian Bar Association and was a vocal advocate for justice and the rule of law in Nigeria.
In the realm of sports, Feranmi Olulonyo (born 1967) is a former Nigerian football player who represented his country in international competitions and played for several clubs in Nigeria and Europe.
Feranmi Ayantuga (born 1986) is a Nigerian-American artist and writer known for her innovative work in the field of Afrofuturism, blending African cultural elements with science fiction and technology.
Lastly, Feranmi Adeniran (born 1992) is a Nigerian-American professional basketball player who has played for various teams in the NBA G League and overseas leagues, showcasing his talents on the court.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Feranmi throughout history, each contributing to their respective fields and showcasing the rich cultural heritage and diversity associated with this name.
People
Feranmi + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Feranmi as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with F
Other first names starting with F with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Feranmi: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Feranmi?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Feranmi going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Feranmi a common name?
We classify Feranmi as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Feranmi most popular?
The single biggest year for Feranmi was 2022, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Feranmi is about 4 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Feranmi in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Feranmi a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Feranmi in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Feranmi still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Feranmi in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Feranmi can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Feranmi?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.