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

Kayode, 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 Kayode surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kayode in America

Kayode is the 115034th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kayode surname appeared 152 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 Kayode.

The history of the last name Kayode

The surname KAYODE originated in the Yoruba ethnic group of southwestern Nigeria, West Africa. It is derived from the Yoruba words "Ọmọ Kayọ," which translate to "The son or child of wealth or prosperity." The name can be traced back to the 16th century during the height of the Oyo Empire, a prominent Yoruba kingdom known for its affluence and influence in the region.

Historical records indicate that the KAYODE name was prominent among noble families and individuals of high social standing within the Oyo Empire. It was often bestowed upon children born into wealthy or prosperous households as a symbol of their privileged status and the expectations placed upon them to maintain and further the family's prosperity.

One of the earliest known individuals with the KAYODE surname was Ọbalọfun KAYODE, a highly respected military leader and advisor to the Alaafin (king) of the Oyo Empire in the late 16th century. His exploits and strategic counsel were instrumental in the expansion and consolidation of Oyo's dominance over neighboring territories.

Another notable figure was Adeyinka KAYODE, a renowned scholar and linguist who lived in the 18th century. He played a crucial role in the preservation and dissemination of Yoruba language and culture through his extensive writings and teachings, which are still studied and referenced today.

In the 19th century, Abiọdun KAYODE gained prominence as a successful merchant and entrepreneur. He established a thriving trade network that extended beyond the borders of the Oyo Empire, contributing significantly to the region's economic growth and prosperity.

Towards the end of the 19th century, Olubadan KAYODE, a respected chief and community leader, was instrumental in mediating conflicts and maintaining peace among the various Yoruba towns and villages during a period of political turmoil and social upheaval.

The KAYODE surname has also been associated with notable figures in modern times, such as Wole KAYODE, a renowned Nigerian playwright and author who was a significant voice in the country's literary scene in the latter half of the 20th century.

While the KAYODE surname originated in Nigeria, it has since spread to other parts of the world due to migration and diaspora communities, carrying with it the rich history and cultural significance associated with its Yoruba roots.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kayode

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

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

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