UK boy's name
Mofetoluwa
A masculine Yoruba name meaning "The glory of God manifests".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Mofetoluwa is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Mofetoluwa popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5119, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2023, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2023 to 2024. 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 6 living people in the UK are called Mofetoluwa. 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 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Mofetoluwa ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2023, when 3 boys were registered as Mofetoluwa.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Mofetoluwa as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5119
2024
Births in 2024
3
Latest year
Peak year
2023
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Mofetoluwa mean?
Mofetoluwa is a given name with origins in the Yoruba language, spoken by the Yoruba people of West Africa, primarily in Nigeria. It is a compound name derived from the words "Mo" meaning "I," "fe" meaning "love," "tolu" meaning "wealth," and "wa" meaning "comes." The name can be interpreted as "I love wealth that comes" or "I love the wealth that comes."
The Yoruba people have a rich cultural heritage that dates back several centuries, and their naming traditions often reflect their values, beliefs, and aspirations. Mofetoluwa is a name that expresses a desire for prosperity and abundance, which aligns with the Yoruba philosophy of striving for a good life and material success.
While the name Mofetoluwa does not appear to have any specific historical references in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it is a modern Yoruba name that has gained popularity in recent decades. Some of the earliest recorded examples of individuals bearing this name can be traced back to the late 20th century.
One notable individual with the name Mofetoluwa is Mofetoluwa Ademiluyi, a Nigerian actress and model born in 1994. She has appeared in several Nollywood films and has gained recognition for her talent and beauty in the Nigerian entertainment industry.
Another individual with this name is Mofetoluwa Adedipe, a Nigerian entrepreneur and founder of Lush Hair, a company that specializes in hair extensions and hair care products. She was born in 1993 and has been recognized for her entrepreneurial success and contributions to the beauty industry in Nigeria.
Mofetoluwa Adekunle is a Nigerian footballer who plays as a midfielder for Enyimba International FC. Born in 1997, he has represented Nigeria at various youth levels and has been praised for his skill and potential on the field.
Mofetoluwa Akande is a Nigerian artist and painter born in 1989. Her vibrant and expressive works have been exhibited in galleries across Nigeria and internationally, showcasing the richness of Yoruba culture and tradition through her art.
Mofetoluwa Olaoye is a Nigerian scholar and academic born in 1980. She is a professor of linguistics at the University of Lagos and has contributed significantly to the study and preservation of the Yoruba language through her research and publications.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have borne the name Mofetoluwa throughout history, reflecting the cultural significance and aspirations embedded within this Yoruba name.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Mofetoluwa over time
The chart below shows babies named Mofetoluwa registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2023 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Mofetoluwa, the clearest high point is 2023. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Mofetoluwa by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Mofetoluwa 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5055 | 6 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Mofetoluwa
- Matthew 80,931
- Mohammed 74,321
- Muhammad 72,235
- Max 59,807
- Michael 47,075
- Mason 38,935
- Mohammad 25,910
- Morgan 15,994
- Muhammed 11,527
- Mark 11,336
- Marcus 11,257
- Maxwell 10,006
FAQ
Mofetoluwa: questions and answers
How popular is the name Mofetoluwa in the UK right now?
In 2024, Mofetoluwa was ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Mofetoluwa most popular?
The peak year on record was 2023, with 3 babies registered as Mofetoluwa in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Mofetoluwa?
A masculine Yoruba name meaning "The glory of God manifests".
How many people are called Mofetoluwa in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Mofetoluwa across the 2 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.