Alajuwon
A masculine name of Yoruba origin meaning "one who was born after endurance or struggle".
Name Census estimates that about 13 living Americans carry the first name Alajuwon. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Alajuwon today is around 33 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Alajuwon births was 1995 (8 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Alajuwon. 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 Alajuwon. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
13
~ 1 in 26,365,718 Americans
Peak year
1995
8 babies that year
Average age
33
years old
1995 SSA rank
#6,425
Tracked since 1987
Popularity
Alajuwon: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Alajuwon from the 1980s through to the 1990s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 8 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Alajuwon 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 Alajuwon during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Alajuwon
The name Alajuwon has its origins rooted in the Yoruba people of southwestern Nigeria. It is a compound word formed by combining the words "Ala" meaning "dream" and "Juwon" meaning "to pull or attract." Therefore, the name Alajuwon can be interpreted as "the one who attracts dreams" or "dream puller."
The Yoruba people have a rich cultural heritage dating back several centuries. Their naming traditions often incorporate meaningful words and concepts from their language and belief systems. Alajuwon likely emerged during this period as a name bestowed upon children with the hope of attracting positive dreams and spiritual guidance.
While the name Alajuwon does not appear to be directly referenced in ancient texts or religious scriptures, its roots in the Yoruba language and culture suggest a long-standing tradition. The earliest recorded examples of individuals bearing this name may be found in historical records from the 18th and 19th centuries in the region now known as southwestern Nigeria.
One notable individual named Alajuwon was Alajuwon Ogunlana, a renowned Yoruba artist and sculptor from the late 19th century. His intricate wood carvings and sculptures depicted various aspects of Yoruba culture and mythology, earning him widespread recognition and appreciation.
Another prominent figure was Alajuwon Adebowale, a skilled orator and community leader in the early 20th century. He played a significant role in advocating for the rights and empowerment of the Yoruba people during the colonial era.
In the realm of literature, Alajuwon Olabisi was a celebrated Yoruba novelist and poet in the mid-20th century. Her works explored themes of identity, tradition, and the challenges faced by women in her society.
Moving into the modern era, Alajuwon Oladipo was a respected Nigerian diplomat who served as an ambassador for several decades, representing his country's interests on the international stage.
Lastly, Alajuwon Akinbode was a renowned Nigerian musician and songwriter in the late 20th century. His fusion of traditional Yoruba rhythms with contemporary styles contributed to the popularization of Afrobeat music globally.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Alajuwon throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of Yoruba culture and Nigerian society.
People
Alajuwon + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Alajuwon as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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FAQ
Alajuwon: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Alajuwon?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 13 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Alajuwon 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 26,365,718 US residents.
Is Alajuwon a common name?
We classify Alajuwon as "Very Rare". It ranks above 33.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 13 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Alajuwon most popular?
The single biggest year for Alajuwon was 1995, when 8 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Alajuwon is about 33 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 Alajuwon in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Alajuwon a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Alajuwon 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 Alajuwon still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Alajuwon 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 Alajuwon 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 have Alajuwon as a first name?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many people share the name Alajuwon at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.