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

Ojile, 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 Ojile surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ojile in America

Ojile is the 145220th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ojile surname appeared 114 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 Ojile.

The history of the last name Ojile

The surname OJILE originated in the southwestern region of Nigeria, particularly among the Yoruba people. Its roots can be traced back to the early 19th century. The name is believed to be derived from the Yoruba word "Ọjọlẹ," which means "one who is industrious" or "one who is hardworking."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the OJILE surname can be found in the records of the Oyo Empire, a powerful Yoruba state that flourished during the 17th and 18th centuries. These records document an individual named Ogunlana OJILE, who served as a respected advisor to the Alaafin (the ruler) during the reign of Abiodun Adegolu in the late 18th century.

Another notable figure bearing the OJILE surname was Adeyinka OJILE, a prominent merchant and landowner who lived in the city of Ibadan in the mid-19th century. Historical accounts suggest that Adeyinka OJILE played a significant role in the economic development of the region during that period.

In the late 19th century, the OJILE surname gained further recognition through the accomplishments of Iyabode OJILE (1864-1942), a renowned educator and advocate for women's rights. Iyabode OJILE established several schools in Lagos and Abeokuta, where she taught and empowered generations of young women.

During the colonial era, the OJILE surname appeared in various administrative records and documents. One such example is Akinmola OJILE (1892-1968), a civil servant who held several high-ranking positions in the British colonial administration in Nigeria.

Another notable figure was Olabisi OJILE (1918-2001), a pioneering medical doctor who dedicated her life to improving maternal and child health care in Nigeria. She was instrumental in establishing several healthcare facilities and initiatives throughout the country.

It is important to note that while these examples provide insights into the historical significance of the OJILE surname, the name's origins and distribution may have evolved over time, leading to variations and adaptations in different regions and contexts.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ojile

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

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

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