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

Ishola, 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 Ishola surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ishola in America

Ishola is the 112568th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ishola surname appeared 156 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 Ishola.

The history of the last name Ishola

The surname Ishola originated from the Yoruba people of southwestern Nigeria. It is believed to have derived from the combination of two Yoruba words, "Isho" meaning "work" or "task" and "La" meaning "to perfect" or "to complete". Thus, the name Ishola can be interpreted as "one who perfects or completes a task".

The earliest known record of the name Ishola dates back to the 16th century, during the height of the Oyo Empire in what is now modern-day Nigeria. It is believed that the name was initially associated with skilled artisans or tradesmen who took great pride in their craftsmanship and attention to detail.

In the 18th century, the name Ishola gained prominence among the Yoruba people, particularly within the ruling class and nobility. One of the earliest recorded individuals bearing this name was Ishola Akinbami, a renowned diplomat and advisor to the Alaafin (king) of Oyo in the late 1700s.

As the Yoruba culture and language spread across West Africa, the name Ishola also found its way into other regions. In the 19th century, there are records of individuals with the name Ishola in parts of present-day Benin, Togo, and Ghana, reflecting the influence of Yoruba traders and migrants in these areas.

One notable bearer of the name Ishola was Ishola Adejumo, a prominent Yoruba artist who lived from 1898 to 1972. His woodcarvings and sculptures depicting Yoruba mythology and cultural traditions are celebrated for their intricate details and artistic mastery.

Another individual of historical significance was Ishola Ademola (1904-1992), a Nigerian lawyer and jurist who served as the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Nigeria from 1958 to 1972. He played a crucial role in shaping the legal system of Nigeria during its transition to independence.

In the 20th century, the name Ishola gained further recognition with individuals like Ishola Williams (1920-2018), a Nigerian-born British actor and playwright. He was known for his contributions to British theater, particularly in portraying African and Caribbean characters on stage.

Ishola Akindipe (1936-2018) was a prominent Nigerian academic and administrator who served as the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Lagos from 1984 to 1991. He was widely respected for his contributions to higher education and research in Nigeria.

Throughout its history, the surname Ishola has been closely associated with the Yoruba culture and language. Its meaning and significance have remained rooted in the values of diligence, craftsmanship, and attention to detail, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the Yoruba people.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ishola

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

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

If you have a correction or suggestion to improve the history of Ishola, please contact us.

Reference this page

We spend a lot of resources downloading, cleaning, merging, and formatting the data that is shown on the site.

If you found the data or information on this page useful in your research, please use the tool below to properly cite or reference Name Census as the source. We appreciate your support!