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

Ibitoye, 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 Ibitoye surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ibitoye in America

Ibitoye is the 150452nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ibitoye surname appeared 109 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 Ibitoye.

The history of the last name Ibitoye

The surname Ibitoye originated in the Yoruba ethnic group of southwestern Nigeria. It has its roots in the Yoruba language, which is one of the most widely spoken languages in West Africa. The name Ibitoye is believed to have evolved from the combination of two Yoruba words: "Ibi" meaning "born" and "Toye" which is a shortened form of "Olutoyese," meaning "the lord prospers."

In Yoruba culture, names often carry deep meanings and reflect the circumstances surrounding a child's birth or the aspirations of the parents. The name Ibitoye may have been given to children born during prosperous times or with the hope that they would experience prosperity and success in life.

The earliest documented instances of the surname Ibitoye can be traced back to the 17th century, when written records of Yoruba names and genealogies began to emerge. However, the oral tradition of naming in the Yoruba community predates these written records by several centuries.

One notable figure in Yoruba history who bore the surname Ibitoye was Chief Ibitoye Ogunmola, a prominent leader and landowner in the town of Iwo during the late 19th century. He played a significant role in the establishment of the Iwo Emirate and the preservation of Yoruba cultural traditions.

Another well-known individual with the surname Ibitoye was Reverend Samuel Ajayi Ibitoye, a pioneering Nigerian clergyman and educator who lived from 1876 to 1959. He was instrumental in the establishment of several churches and schools in the southwestern region of Nigeria, contributing to the spread of education and Christianity among the Yoruba people.

In the realm of literature, Amos Ibitoye Tutuola, born in 1920, was a renowned Nigerian author who gained international recognition for his unique storytelling style that blended Yoruba folklore with surrealism. His most famous work, "The Palm-Wine Drinkard," published in 1952, is considered a classic of modern African literature.

Additionally, Gbadegesin Oluwatoyin Ibitoye, born in 1954, is a prominent Nigerian academic and philosopher who has made significant contributions to the field of African philosophy and ethics. He has held teaching positions at various universities in Nigeria and abroad, including the University of Ibadan and the University of Memphis in the United States.

Throughout history, the surname Ibitoye has been associated with prominent figures in various fields, reflecting the rich cultural heritage and diverse achievements of the Yoruba people. While the name's origins can be traced back centuries, its enduring presence serves as a testament to the enduring influence of Yoruba culture and traditions.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ibitoye

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

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 Ibitoye 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 Ibitoye was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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