Temitope
Meaningmine is worthy of thanks · Yoruba
Temitope is an African gender-neutral name meaning “mine is worthy of thanks”, with Yoruba roots. Yoruba names often tell a story, such as the circumstances of a child's birth or a family's hopes. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name. It suits a boy or a girl equally well.
Did you know?
- Hidden namesLook closely: Temitope has the name Emi hiding inside it.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Temitope would score 12 points.
- GenerationTemitope peaked in 2004, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Temitope you'd meet today is about 21 years old.
- HistoryTemitope first shows up in US birth records in 1976, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 49 years since.
US births per million girls, 1976–2025
US births per million boys, 1979–2025
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About the name Temitope
Temitope is a gender-neutral name of African origin meaning “mine is worthy of thanks”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, and plenty of room for a nickname, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It hit its peak in the 2000s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name. It works for a boy or a girl, which suits parents who'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.
Origin:African names
More African names
- Girl name: Layla · night
- Unisex name: Zuri · beautiful
- Girl name: Aisha · alive
- Unisex name: Cairo · the victorious
- Unisex name: Asa · healer
- Unisex name: Zaire · river
- Girl name: Amber · amber resin
- Girl name: Zahra · radiant, bright
Questions about the name Temitope
What does the name Temitope mean?
Temitope means “mine is worthy of thanks” and comes from Yoruba. Other gender-neutral names with a similar meaning include Harvey (“battle worthy”), Amanda (“worthy of love”), Miranda (“worthy of admiration”) and Shayan (“worthy”).
What is the origin of the name Temitope?
Temitope is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Yoruba. Other African names to consider are Layla (“night”), Zuri (“beautiful”), Aisha (“alive”) and Cairo (“the victorious”).
Is Temitope a boy or girl name?
Both. Temitope is a true gender-neutral name used for boys and girls. That balance makes it a good pick if you'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.
How popular is the name Temitope?
Temitope is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2020. It peaked at #6,768 in 2004, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Temitope?
If you like Temitope, you might also like Harvey, Amanda, Miranda and Shayan.
What should I know before naming my baby Temitope?
Temitope is an African gender-neutral name meaning “mine is worthy of thanks”, with Yoruba roots. Yoruba names often tell a story, such as the circumstances of a child's birth or a family's hopes. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name. It suits a boy or a girl equally well. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.