Find out how popular the last name Ajiboye is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Ajiboye.

Ajiboye, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Ajiboye surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ajiboye in America

Ajiboye is the 86645th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ajiboye surname appeared 215 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Ajiboye.

The history of the last name Ajiboye

The surname AJIBOYE is a Nigerian name of Yoruba origin, believed to have emerged in the 15th or 16th century during the height of the Oyo Empire. It is derived from the combination of two Yoruba words: "Aji" meaning "wealth" or "prosperity" and "Iboye" meaning "meets" or "encounters." The name likely originated as a descriptive title for someone who was perceived as prosperous or encountered wealth.

In the early records of the Oyo Empire, variations of the spelling can be found, such as "Ajibooye" and "Ajiboyee." These spellings reflect the fluid nature of written Yoruba at the time, as the language was primarily oral. The name's earliest known appearance in written form dates back to the late 17th century in the records of the Alafin (king) of Oyo.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname AJIBOYE was Obaloye Ajiboye, a prominent trader and advisor to the Alafin in the mid-18th century. He was known for facilitating lucrative trade relationships between the Oyo Empire and neighboring kingdoms.

In the 19th century, Akinlolu Ajiboye was a notable figure in the Yoruba Wars, serving as a military commander and strategist. His bravery and leadership were documented in the oral histories of the time.

Another notable bearer of the name was Olubunmi Ajiboye, a renowned scholar and linguist in the late 19th century. He played a crucial role in preserving and documenting the Yoruba language, contributing to the development of written Yoruba literature.

During the colonial era, Adekunle Ajiboye was a prominent chief and landowner in the Western Region of Nigeria. He is remembered for his efforts to protect the rights and traditions of his people in the face of colonial rule.

In the early 20th century, Abibat Ajiboye was a pioneering educator who established one of the first schools for girls in her community. Her dedication to empowering women through education left a lasting impact on the region.

The surname AJIBOYE has been carried by individuals from various walks of life throughout history, reflecting the diverse experiences and contributions of those who bear it. While the name's origins can be traced back to the Oyo Empire, its legacy continues to evolve, embodying the wealth of culture and resilience of the Yoruba people.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ajiboye

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Ajiboye.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Ajiboye was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Ajiboye was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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