UK boy's name
Abayomi
A masculine Yoruba name meaning "my birth brought joy or gladness.".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2009. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Abayomi is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Abayomi popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2009 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3744, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1997, with 5 births.
This profile covers 25 England and Wales registrations across 7 recorded years from 1996 to 2009. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 80% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 25 living people in the UK are called Abayomi. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2010 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Abayomi ranked #3744 for boys in England and Wales in 2009, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1997, when 5 boys were registered as Abayomi.
- • About 25 living people in the UK are estimated to have Abayomi as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3744
2009
Births in 2009
4
Latest year
Peak year
1997
5 births
Estimated living
25
2026
Meaning
What does Abayomi mean?
Abayomi is a name of Yoruba origin, one of the largest ethnic groups in West Africa, primarily found in present-day Nigeria. The name can be traced back to the 15th century or earlier, during the height of the Oyo Empire, a powerful Yoruba state that dominated the region.
The name Abayomi is derived from two Yoruba words: "aba" meaning "born" and "ayomi" meaning "joy" or "gladness." Together, the name translates to "born to bring joy" or "one who brings joy upon arrival." This positive connotation reflects the Yoruba cultural value of celebrating the birth of a child as a joyous occasion.
While there are no known historical references to the name Abayomi in ancient texts or religious scriptures, its Yoruba roots and meaning suggest it has been in use for centuries among the Yoruba people. The earliest recorded examples of the name are likely found in oral histories and genealogical records of Yoruba families and communities.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Abayomi. One of the earliest known was Abayomi Barber (1891-1928), a Nigerian lawyer and politician who played a significant role in the country's early nationalist movement. Another prominent figure was Abayomi Okusanya (1905-1961), a Nigerian medical doctor and political activist who advocated for workers' rights and social welfare.
In the realm of arts and culture, Abayomi Roberson (1937-2022) was an American actor and singer best known for his role as Dr. Quartermaine on the soap opera "General Hospital." Abayomi Azikiwe (born 1967) is a British-Nigerian journalist and filmmaker who has produced documentaries on African history and culture.
Abayomi Oluwafemi (born 1972) is a Nigerian-American entrepreneur and philanthropist, recognized for his work in promoting education and economic development in Africa. He founded the Abayomi Oluwafemi Foundation, dedicated to improving access to quality education for underprivileged children in Nigeria.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Abayomi throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of human experience.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Abayomi over time
The chart below shows babies named Abayomi registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2009. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Abayomi, the clearest high point is 1997. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2009, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Abayomi by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Abayomi was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #3391 | 13 | 4 |
| 1990s | #2435 | 12 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Abayomi
- Alfie 86,546
- Alexander 85,525
- Adam 71,855
- Archie 59,965
- Arthur 43,586
- Aaron 36,366
- Alex 32,729
- Andrew 20,169
- Arlo 19,061
- Aidan 16,776
- Albie 16,017
- Albert 15,809
FAQ
Abayomi: questions and answers
How popular is the name Abayomi in the UK right now?
In 2009, Abayomi was ranked #3744 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Abayomi most popular?
The peak year on record was 1997, with 5 babies registered as Abayomi in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Abayomi?
A masculine Yoruba name meaning "my birth brought joy or gladness.".
How many people are called Abayomi in the UK?
A total of 25 babies have been registered as Abayomi across the 7 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.