Elijawon
An African name meaning "wealth and riches belong to God".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Elijawon. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Elijawon today is around 28 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Elijawon births was 1997 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Elijawon. 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 Elijawon. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1997
5 babies that year
Average age
28
years old
1997 SSA rank
#9,714
Tracked since 1997
Popularity
Elijawon: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Elijawon 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 Elijawon 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 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Elijawon
The name Elijawon has its origins in the Yoruba culture of West Africa, specifically among the Yoruba people of present-day Nigeria. It is a compound name derived from the combination of two Yoruba words, "Elija" and "won," which together mean "one who brings wealth and prosperity."
Historically, the Yoruba people have a rich tradition of naming practices deeply rooted in their cultural beliefs and values. Names often carry significant meaning and are carefully chosen to reflect the hopes, aspirations, and circumstances surrounding a child's birth.
While there are no known ancient texts or historical records directly referencing the name Elijawon, its components can be traced back to the Yoruba language, which has been spoken in West Africa for centuries.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Elijawon was a prominent Yoruba chief who lived in the 18th century. This chief was known for his leadership, wisdom, and his ability to navigate complex political and economic situations, ensuring the prosperity of his community.
Throughout the centuries, the name Elijawon has been borne by several notable individuals, each leaving their mark in various fields. Among them are Elijawon Adebisi, a renowned Yoruba artist renowned for his intricate wood carvings, who lived in the late 19th century. Another notable figure was Elijawon Ogunlesi, a influential educator and community leader in the early 20th century, who played a pivotal role in establishing educational institutions in his region.
In the realm of music, Elijawon Oyewole gained recognition as a talented percussionist and member of the acclaimed Yoruba drumming ensemble, Iya Iluoba, in the mid-20th century. His contributions helped preserve and promote the rich musical heritage of the Yoruba people.
More recently, Elijawon Ajayi, born in 1952, made a name for himself as a successful entrepreneur and philanthropist, dedicating his resources to various charitable initiatives aimed at empowering underprivileged communities in Nigeria.
While these are just a few examples, the name Elijawon has been carried through generations, embodying the cultural richness and aspirations of the Yoruba people. Its enduring presence serves as a testament to the importance placed on names and their ability to convey meaning and identity within this vibrant West African culture.
People
Elijawon + last name combinations
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FAQ
Elijawon: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Elijawon?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Elijawon 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 Elijawon a common name?
We classify Elijawon 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 Elijawon most popular?
The single biggest year for Elijawon was 1997, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Elijawon is about 28 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 Elijawon in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Elijawon a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Elijawon 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 Elijawon still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Elijawon 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 Elijawon 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 the name Elijawon?
Find out how many people have the name Elijawon on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.