Oluwamayomikun
A Yoruba feminine name meaning "God's wealth or riches has returned".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Oluwamayomikun. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Oluwamayomikun today is around 16 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Oluwamayomikun births was 2010 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Oluwamayomikun. 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 Oluwamayomikun with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Oluwamayomikun. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2010
5 babies that year
Average age
16
years old
2010 SSA rank
#13,722
Tracked since 2010
Popularity
Oluwamayomikun: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Oluwamayomikun 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 Oluwamayomikun during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Oluwamayomikun
The name Oluwamayomikun originates from the Yoruba language spoken in southwestern Nigeria and parts of Benin and Togo. It is a compound name formed from the words "Oluwa" meaning God, "mayo" meaning provides or gives, and "ikun" meaning birth or delivery. The name can be roughly translated to mean "God provides a child" or "God gives birth."
Yoruba names often have deep spiritual and cultural significance, reflecting the beliefs and values of the Yoruba people. The incorporation of the word "Oluwa" in the name highlights the importance of the Supreme Being in Yoruba cosmology. Naming a child Oluwamayomikun expresses gratitude to God for the gift of a child and the hope for divine provision and protection.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Oluwamayomikun can be traced back to the 18th century in the region of present-day southwestern Nigeria, which was home to the powerful Oyo Empire and other Yoruba kingdoms. During this period, the name was likely bestowed upon children by their parents or elders as a way to express their faith and seek blessings from the divine.
One of the earliest documented figures with the name Oluwamayomikun was Oluwamayomikun Adedoyin, a prominent trader and community leader in the city of Ibadan in the late 18th century. Adedoyin played a significant role in the growth and development of Ibadan during its formative years.
Another notable figure was Oluwamayomikun Ajayi, a highly respected elder and advisor in the court of the Alafin of Oyo (the ruler of the Oyo Empire) in the early 19th century. Ajayi was renowned for his wisdom and diplomatic skills, and his counsel was sought by the Alafin on matters of state.
In the late 19th century, Oluwamayomikun Oluwole gained recognition as a skilled herbalist and traditional healer in the town of Iwo. Her knowledge of medicinal plants and traditional Yoruba healing practices earned her a respected reputation throughout the region.
Oluwamayomikun Adebola, born in 1912, was a pioneering educator and advocate for women's education in Nigeria. She established one of the first schools for girls in her community and worked tirelessly to promote literacy and empowerment for women.
Lastly, Oluwamayomikun Ogunlesi, born in 1935, was a renowned artist and sculptor whose works celebrated Yoruba culture and traditions. His sculptures can be found in various museums and public spaces across Nigeria and beyond, serving as a testament to the richness and beauty of Yoruba art.
People
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FAQ
Oluwamayomikun: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Oluwamayomikun?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Oluwamayomikun 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 Oluwamayomikun a common name?
We classify Oluwamayomikun 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 Oluwamayomikun most popular?
The single biggest year for Oluwamayomikun was 2010, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Oluwamayomikun is about 16 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 Oluwamayomikun in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Oluwamayomikun a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Oluwamayomikun 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 Oluwamayomikun still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Oluwamayomikun 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 Oluwamayomikun 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 Oluwamayomikun?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.