Elajuwon
Originates as a Yoruba name meaning "wealth has adorned the owner".
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Elajuwon. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Elajuwon today is around 31 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Elajuwon births was 1994 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Elajuwon. 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 Elajuwon. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
1994
6 babies that year
Average age
31
years old
1994 SSA rank
#8,074
Tracked since 1994
Popularity
Elajuwon: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Elajuwon 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 Elajuwon during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Elajuwon
The name Elajuwon is believed to have its origins in the Yoruba culture of West Africa, particularly in present-day Nigeria. It is a compound name formed by combining two Yoruba words, "Ela" and "Juwon," each carrying its own meaning.
"Ela" is a Yoruba word that means "to be wealthy" or "to be prosperous." It is often associated with abundance, prosperity, and material wealth. On the other hand, "Juwon" means "to behold" or "to witness." When combined, the name Elajuwon can be interpreted as "to behold wealth" or "to witness prosperity."
The earliest recorded use of this name dates back to the 16th century, during the height of the Yoruba Empire in present-day southwestern Nigeria. It is believed that the name was initially given to children born into affluent or noble families as a symbolic representation of their family's wealth and status.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Elajuwon. One of the earliest recorded figures was Elajuwon Alabi, a prominent Yoruba trader and diplomat who lived in the late 16th century. He played a crucial role in facilitating trade relations between the Yoruba kingdom and neighboring regions.
In the 18th century, Elajuwon Adebayo was a renowned Yoruba sculptor and wood carver. His intricate and detailed works were highly sought after and can still be found in various museums and private collections today.
During the 19th century, Elajuwon Ogunlesi (1820-1897) was a respected Yoruba chief and community leader. He is remembered for his efforts in promoting education and advocating for the rights of his people during the era of British colonial rule.
Another notable figure was Elajuwon Akinsanya (1876-1941), a pioneering Nigerian journalist and publisher. He founded one of the first independent newspapers in the country, which played a significant role in raising awareness about social and political issues during the early 20th century.
More recently, Elajuwon Obayuwana (1939-2020) was a prominent Nigerian businessman and philanthropist. He founded a successful multinational conglomerate and was actively involved in various charitable initiatives, particularly in the areas of education and healthcare.
While the name Elajuwon has its roots in the Yoruba culture, it has transcended geographical boundaries and gained recognition across different parts of the world, serving as a symbol of prosperity, abundance, and cultural heritage.
People
Elajuwon + last name combinations
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FAQ
Elajuwon: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Elajuwon?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Elajuwon 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 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Elajuwon a common name?
We classify Elajuwon as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Elajuwon most popular?
The single biggest year for Elajuwon was 1994, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Elajuwon is about 31 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 Elajuwon in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Elajuwon a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Elajuwon 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 Elajuwon still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Elajuwon 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 Elajuwon 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 Elajuwon as a first name?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many people share the name Elajuwon at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.