Oluwalonimi
God's wealth and honor have come to stay.
Name Census estimates that about 28 living Americans carry the first name Oluwalonimi. It appears on both sides of the gender split, with 82.1% of registrations being female. The average person named Oluwalonimi today is around 10 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Oluwalonimi births was 2015 (8 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Oluwalonimi. 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.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Oluwalonimi with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Oluwalonimi. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
28
~ 1 in 12,241,226 Americans
Peak year
2015
8 babies that year
Average age
10
years old
2018 SSA rank
#13,580
Tracked since 2012
Gender
Gender distribution for Oluwalonimi
Oluwalonimi leans heavily female at 82.1% of total registrations, but 5 boys have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Oluwalonimi as a male name
- Ranked #13,580 in 2018
- 5 male births in 2018
- Peak: 2018 (5 births)
Oluwalonimi as a female name
- Ranked #16,902 in 2020
- 5 female births in 2020
- Peak: 2015 (8 births)
Popularity
Oluwalonimi: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Oluwalonimi from the 2010s through to the 2020s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 23 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2010s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Oluwalonimi 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 Oluwalonimi during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Oluwalonimis live
Origin
Meaning and history of Oluwalonimi
The name Oluwalonimi originates from the Yoruba language spoken in western Nigeria and surrounding regions. It is a combination of two Yoruba words: "Oluwa" meaning "Lord" or "God," and "loni" meaning "today" or "this day." Together, Oluwalonimi translates to "The Lord owns this day" or "God owns today."
This name reflects the deep cultural and religious roots of the Yoruba people, who have a rich tradition of naming practices that often carry significant spiritual or philosophical meanings. The name Oluwalonimi is believed to have been in use for centuries, dating back to the pre-colonial era in West Africa.
One of the earliest known historical references to the name Oluwalonimi can be found in the writings of Samuel Ajayi Crowther, a Yoruba linguist and the first African bishop of the Anglican Church, who lived from 1809 to 1891. Crowther's works on Yoruba language and culture provide valuable insights into the traditional naming customs of the Yoruba people.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Oluwalonimi. One such individual was Oluwalonimi Adebayo, a prominent Nigerian businessman and philanthropist who lived from 1920 to 2002. He was known for his contributions to the development of the Nigerian economy and his philanthropic efforts in education and healthcare.
Another significant figure was Oluwalonimi Akinlolu, a renowned Yoruba artist and sculptor who lived from 1938 to 2015. His works captured the essence of Yoruba culture and traditions, and he is celebrated for his contributions to preserving and promoting African art.
In the realm of literature, Oluwalonimi Olakunri was a notable Yoruba writer and poet who lived from 1925 to 1992. His works explored themes of identity, culture, and societal issues, and he is considered one of the pioneers of modern Yoruba literature.
Oluwalonimi Adewole, who lived from 1912 to 1998, was a prominent Nigerian educationist and administrator. He played a crucial role in shaping the educational landscape of Nigeria during the post-colonial era and was instrumental in establishing several educational institutions.
Lastly, Oluwalonimi Ogunbiyi, born in 1945, is a respected Nigerian academic and author. He has made significant contributions to the fields of African studies, literature, and cultural anthropology, and his works have explored the intersections of culture, identity, and societal development.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Oluwalonimi throughout history, showcasing its rich cultural heritage and the diverse contributions of those who bear this name.
People
Oluwalonimi + last name combinations
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FAQ
Oluwalonimi: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Oluwalonimi?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 28 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Oluwalonimi 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 12,241,226 US residents.
Is Oluwalonimi a common name?
We classify Oluwalonimi as "Very Rare". It ranks above 45.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 28 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Oluwalonimi most popular?
The single biggest year for Oluwalonimi was 2015, when 8 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Oluwalonimi is about 10 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 Oluwalonimi in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Oluwalonimi a female name?
Yes, 82.1% of people registered as Oluwalonimi in the SSA data are female. 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 Oluwalonimi still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Oluwalonimi 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 Oluwalonimi 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 Oluwalonimi?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.