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

Ogunbiyi, 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 Ogunbiyi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ogunbiyi in America

Ogunbiyi is the 144141st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ogunbiyi surname appeared 115 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 Ogunbiyi.

The history of the last name Ogunbiyi

The surname Ogunbiyi has its origins in the Yoruba people of southwestern Nigeria. It is a combination of two Yoruba words: "Ogun" meaning "war" or "iron" and "ibi" meaning "birth" or "source." Thus, the name can be interpreted to mean "one born or originating from war" or "one born from iron."

The Yoruba people have a long and rich cultural history, with their language and traditions dating back several centuries. The name Ogunbiyi likely emerged during the period of the Oyo Empire, which flourished between the 16th and 19th centuries in what is now southwestern Nigeria.

One of the earliest recorded references to the name Ogunbiyi can be found in the writings of Samuel Ajayi Crowther, a Yoruba linguist and Anglican missionary who lived from 1809 to 1891. Crowther's works provide valuable insights into Yoruba culture and language during the 19th century.

Among the notable individuals with the surname Ogunbiyi throughout history is Adeyemi Ogunbiyi, a prominent Yoruba poet and playwright who lived from 1932 to 2001. His works explored themes of cultural identity, tradition, and social issues in Nigeria.

Another notable figure is Olabode Ogunbiyi, a Nigerian lawyer and human rights activist who was born in 1955. He has been a vocal advocate for democratic reforms and has played a significant role in Nigeria's political landscape.

In the field of academia, Olusegun Ogunbiyi, a Nigerian professor of chemistry, has made significant contributions to the study of natural products and their applications. He was born in 1947 and has authored numerous papers and books on the subject.

Oladipo Ogunbiyi, a Nigerian businessman and entrepreneur born in 1953, has been a prominent figure in the country's business community. He has been involved in various sectors, including agriculture, real estate, and manufacturing.

It is worth noting that the name Ogunbiyi has also been associated with various place names in southwestern Nigeria, particularly in the states of Oyo and Osun, where the Yoruba people have a strong presence.

While the surname Ogunbiyi has its origins in the Yoruba culture of Nigeria, it has since spread to other parts of the world due to migration and cultural exchange. However, the historical roots and significance of the name remain deeply rooted in the rich heritage of the Yoruba people.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ogunbiyi

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

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

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