Ohaji
A feminine Japanese name meaning "small village near the sea".
Name Census estimates that about 45 living Americans carry the first name Ohaji. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Ohaji today is around 9 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Ohaji births was 2021 (10 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Ohaji. 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 Ohaji. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
45
~ 1 in 7,616,763 Americans
Peak year
2021
10 babies that year
Average age
9
years old
2023 SSA rank
#9,508
Tracked since 1996
Popularity
Ohaji: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Ohaji from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 31 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
Ohaji 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 Ohaji 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 Ohaji
The name Ohaji has its origins in the Igbo language, spoken primarily in southeastern Nigeria. It is believed to have emerged during the 15th or 16th century, when the Igbo people were firmly established in the region. The name is derived from the Igbo words "Oha," meaning "name," and "ji," meaning "to live" or "to exist." Together, Ohaji can be interpreted as "living name" or "existing name."
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ohaji can be found in the oral traditions and folktales of the Igbo people. It is mentioned in stories that have been passed down through generations, often associated with characters who embodied the qualities of resilience, perseverance, and endurance.
Among the notable individuals who bore the name Ohaji throughout history, one can mention Ohaji Okonkwo, a prominent Igbo leader and warrior from the late 18th century. He was known for his bravery in defending his community against rival clans and his commitment to upholding the traditions of his people.
In the 19th century, Ohaji Nwachukwu was a respected Igbo trader who established trade routes and facilitated the exchange of goods between different regions. His entrepreneurial spirit and business acumen contributed to the economic growth of his community.
During the early 20th century, Ohaji Eze was a renowned Igbo artist and sculptor, renowned for his intricate woodcarvings and mastery of traditional Igbo art forms. His works were celebrated for their intricate detail and their ability to capture the essence of Igbo culture and spirituality.
In the realm of literature, Ohaji Obinna was a notable Igbo writer and poet who emerged in the mid-20th century. His works explored themes of identity, cultural preservation, and the challenges faced by the Igbo people in a rapidly changing world. His poetry was widely acclaimed for its lyrical beauty and philosophical depth.
More recently, Ohaji Chukwuemeka was a prominent Igbo academic and historian who dedicated his career to preserving and documenting the rich cultural heritage of the Igbo people. His extensive research and publications shed light on the history, traditions, and customs of his community.
While the name Ohaji may not be as widely known outside of the Igbo community, it holds deep cultural significance and has been carried by individuals who have made valuable contributions to their society throughout history.
People
Ohaji + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Ohaji as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with O
Other first names starting with O with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Ohaji: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Ohaji?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 45 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Ohaji 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 7,616,763 US residents.
Is Ohaji a common name?
We classify Ohaji as "Very Rare". It ranks above 52.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 45 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Ohaji most popular?
The single biggest year for Ohaji was 2021, when 10 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Ohaji is about 9 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 Ohaji in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Ohaji a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Ohaji 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 Ohaji still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Ohaji 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 Ohaji 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 named Ohaji?
Find out how many people have the name Ohaji on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.