Oluwatomi
A Yoruba name meaning "the wealth/glory of God has returned".
Name Census estimates that about 54 living Americans carry the first name Oluwatomi. It appears on both sides of the gender split, with 50.9% of registrations being male. The average person named Oluwatomi today is around 14 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Oluwatomi births was 2015 (13 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Oluwatomi. 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 Oluwatomi with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Oluwatomi. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
54
~ 1 in 6,347,303 Americans
Peak year
2015
13 babies that year
Average age
14
years old
2016 SSA rank
#10,434
Tracked since 2004
Gender
Gender distribution for Oluwatomi
Oluwatomi is one of the more evenly split names in the SSA data. Of the 55 total registrations, 28 (50.9%) were male and 27 (49.1%) were female.
Oluwatomi as a male name
- Ranked #10,434 in 2016
- 7 male births in 2016
- Peak: 2012 (8 births)
Oluwatomi as a female name
- Ranked #15,178 in 2018
- 6 female births in 2018
- Peak: 2004 (6 births)
Popularity
Oluwatomi: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Oluwatomi from the 2000s through to the 2010s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 39 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
Oluwatomi 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 Oluwatomi 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 Oluwatomi
The name Oluwatomi has its origins in the Yoruba language, which is primarily spoken in southwestern Nigeria and neighboring regions of West Africa. It is a compound name, with "Olu" meaning "owner" or "lord," and "Wa" referring to "wealth" or "affluence." The combination of these words, "Oluwatomi," can be interpreted as "the lord or owner of wealth/affluence."
The Yoruba people have a rich cultural heritage dating back several centuries, and their naming traditions often reflect values, beliefs, and aspirations. Oluwatomi may have been used to express a wish for prosperity, abundance, or a child's destined role as a leader or person of prominence within the community.
While the exact origin and earliest recorded use of the name Oluwatomi are difficult to pinpoint, it is believed to have been in use among the Yoruba people for centuries. Yoruba naming practices have been documented in various historical records and anthropological studies, highlighting the significance of names in Yoruba culture.
One notable figure with the name Oluwatomi is Oluwatomi Oluwayemi, a Nigerian businessman and entrepreneur who founded the Oluwatomi Group, a diversified conglomerate based in Lagos. He was born in the mid-20th century and has been a prominent figure in the Nigerian business community.
Another individual with this name is Oluwatomi Adeyemi, a Nigerian author and playwright. Her works explore themes of identity, culture, and societal issues, and she has contributed significantly to the literary landscape of Nigeria. Adeyemi was born in the late 20th century and continues to be an influential voice in contemporary African literature.
In the realm of sports, Oluwatomi Akinlolu was a Nigerian footballer who played as a defender for various clubs in Nigeria and abroad during the late 20th and early 21st centuries. He represented Nigeria at the international level and was known for his defensive prowess on the field.
Oluwatomi Ogunbiyi is a Nigerian-American engineer and entrepreneur who co-founded the software company Yoombu. Born in the late 20th century, Ogunbiyi has been recognized for her contributions to technology and entrepreneurship, particularly in the field of mobile applications.
Lastly, Oluwatomi Sotunde is a Nigerian artist and sculptor whose works have been exhibited internationally. Born in the mid-20th century, Sotunde's sculptures often explore themes of culture, identity, and spirituality, drawing inspiration from traditional Yoruba art forms and contemporary perspectives.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Oluwatomi throughout history, showcasing its enduring presence and significance within the Yoruba culture and beyond.
People
Oluwatomi + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Oluwatomi as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other names starting with O
Other first names starting with O with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Oluwatomi: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Oluwatomi?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 54 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Oluwatomi 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 6,347,303 US residents.
Is Oluwatomi a common name?
We classify Oluwatomi as "Very Rare". It ranks above 55.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 55 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Oluwatomi most popular?
The single biggest year for Oluwatomi was 2015, when 13 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Oluwatomi is about 14 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 Oluwatomi in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Oluwatomi a male name?
Yes, 50.9% of people registered as Oluwatomi 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 Oluwatomi still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Oluwatomi 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 Oluwatomi 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 common is the name Oluwatomi?
You can see how many people share the name Oluwatomi on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.