Find out how popular the first name Oluwabukola has been for the last 1 years (from 1992 to 1992) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Oluwabukola by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Oluwabukola is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1992, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Oluwabukola.

The history of the first name Oluwabukola

The given name Oluwabukola has its origins in the Yoruba language of West Africa. It is a compound name that combines two Yoruba words: "Olu" meaning "owner" or "lord," and "wa" meaning "to come." Thus, the name Oluwabukola translates to "The Lord has come" or "The Owner has arrived."

The Yoruba people are an ethnic group native to southwestern Nigeria and parts of Benin and Togo. Their language, Yoruba, is a tonal language spoken by over 30 million people, and it has a rich cultural heritage deeply rooted in the traditions of the Yoruba people.

While the exact origin of the name Oluwabukola is unknown, it is believed to have been in use for centuries among the Yoruba people. The name carries a strong religious and cultural significance, reflecting the Yoruba belief in the existence of a supreme being or divine force known as "Olodumare."

In Yoruba mythology and folklore, the name Oluwabukola is sometimes associated with the concept of a divine messenger or a spiritual leader who brings guidance and enlightenment to the people. However, there are no definitive historical records or ancient texts that explicitly mention the name.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Oluwabukola can be found in the writings of Samuel Ajayi Crowther, a Yoruba linguist and the first African Anglican bishop in Nigeria, who lived from 1809 to 1891. Crowther played a significant role in documenting and preserving the Yoruba language and culture.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who have borne the name Oluwabukola:

1. Oluwabukola Fasuyi (born 1970), a Nigerian-born British actress and writer known for her roles in television shows like "EastEnders" and "Casualty."

2. Oluwabukola Alao (born 1984), a Nigerian sprinter and Olympic athlete who competed in the 2008 Beijing Olympics and the 2012 London Olympics.

3. Oluwabukola Saraki (born 1962), a Nigerian politician who served as the President of the Nigerian Senate from 2015 to 2019.

4. Oluwabukola Osibamiro (born 1984), a Nigerian football player who has played for several clubs in Nigeria and abroad.

5. Oluwabukola Babalola (born 1981), a Nigerian-born British lawyer and legal scholar who has written extensively on issues related to human rights and international law.

While these are just a few examples, the name Oluwabukola continues to be popular among the Yoruba people and those of Yoruba descent, carrying with it a rich cultural heritage and a sense of divine guidance and protection.

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