UK boy's name
Mobolaji
A Yoruba name meaning "God uplifts or raises me".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2007. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Mobolaji is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Mobolaji popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2007 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4333, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2000, with 3 births.
This profile covers 9 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2000 to 2007. 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 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 9 living people in the UK are called Mobolaji. 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 2008 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Mobolaji ranked #4333 for boys in England and Wales in 2007, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2000, when 3 boys were registered as Mobolaji.
- • About 9 living people in the UK are estimated to have Mobolaji as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4333
2007
Births in 2007
3
Latest year
Peak year
2000
3 births
Estimated living
9
2026
Meaning
What does Mobolaji mean?
Mobolaji is a Yoruba name that has its origins in the Yoruba culture of southwestern Nigeria. The name is derived from the combination of two Yoruba words: "omo" meaning "child" and "bolaji" meaning "one who comes or arrives to meet wealth and honor."
The earliest recorded use of the name Mobolaji can be traced back to the 16th century, when it was commonly given to children born into wealthy or prestigious Yoruba families. The name carried the hope and expectation that the child would grow up to achieve success, prosperity, and honor.
One of the earliest known individuals with the name Mobolaji was a Yoruba nobleman and warrior who lived in the late 16th century. Historical records from that period mention him as a prominent figure in the Oyo Empire, known for his bravery and military exploits.
In the 19th century, Mobolaji Ogunlesi, a Yoruba trader and entrepreneur, gained prominence for his successful business ventures and contributions to the local economy. He was born in 1825 and lived until 1899.
Another notable individual with the name Mobolaji was Mobolaji Johnson, a Nigerian educator and activist who played a significant role in the country's independence movement in the mid-20th century. He was born in 1905 and passed away in 1976.
In more recent times, Mobolaji Alakija, a Nigerian lawyer and businesswoman, has made a name for herself as one of the wealthiest women in Africa. She was born in 1951 and has achieved great success in the oil and gas industry.
Mobolaji Akiode, a Nigerian lawyer and human rights advocate, has also garnered recognition for her work in promoting gender equality and women's rights. She was born in 1944 and has been a prominent figure in various international organizations.
While the name Mobolaji has its roots in the Yoruba culture of Nigeria, it has gained popularity and recognition across different parts of the world, particularly among individuals of African descent. The name continues to carry the connotation of wealth, honor, and success, making it a popular choice for parents who wish to bestow these qualities upon their children.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Mobolaji over time
The chart below shows babies named Mobolaji registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2000 to 2007. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Mobolaji, the clearest high point is 2000. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2007, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Mobolaji by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Mobolaji 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 | #3612 | 9 | 3 |
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FAQ
Mobolaji: questions and answers
How popular is the name Mobolaji in the UK right now?
In 2007, Mobolaji was ranked #4333 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Mobolaji most popular?
The peak year on record was 2000, with 3 babies registered as Mobolaji in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Mobolaji?
A Yoruba name meaning "God uplifts or raises me".
How many people are called Mobolaji in the UK?
A total of 9 babies have been registered as Mobolaji across the 3 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.