UK boy's name
Oladayo
A Yoruba name meaning "wealth comes to the home or birth of wealth".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2013. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Oladayo is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Oladayo popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2013 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4685, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2013, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2013 to 2013. 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.
Oladayo is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Oladayo. 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 2014 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Oladayo ranked #4685 for boys in England and Wales in 2013, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2013, when 3 boys were registered as Oladayo.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Oladayo as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4685
2013
Births in 2013
3
Latest year
Peak year
2013
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Oladayo mean?
The name Oladayo has its roots in the Yoruba language of West Africa, specifically in Nigeria. It is a compound name formed by combining the Yoruba words "Ola" and "dayo," meaning "wealth" and "joy" or "sweetness," respectively. Together, Oladayo can be interpreted as "wealth brings joy" or "wealth is sweet."
The Yoruba people have a rich cultural heritage that dates back centuries, and their naming traditions often reflect important values, beliefs, and aspirations. Names like Oladayo are believed to carry blessings and good wishes for the child, reflecting the parents' hopes for their offspring's future.
While the exact origin of the name Oladayo is difficult to pinpoint, it is believed to have been in use among the Yoruba people for several centuries. Some historical records and oral traditions suggest that variations of the name may have been used even before the widespread adoption of Christianity and Islam in the region.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Oladayo can be found in the writings of Samuel Ajayi Crowther, a renowned Yoruba explorer, linguist, and the first African Anglican bishop. Born in 1809, Crowther played a pivotal role in documenting and preserving Yoruba language and culture.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Oladayo. One such figure is Oladayo Akinkugbe, a Nigerian physician and academic who made significant contributions to the field of nephrology. Born in 1933, Akinkugbe served as the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ilorin and played a crucial role in advancing medical education in Nigeria.
Another prominent bearer of the name was Oladayo Olusanya, a Nigerian footballer who represented his country in the 1980 African Cup of Nations. Born in 1956, Olusanya was a skilled striker and is remembered for his contributions to the Nigerian national team.
In the realm of arts and literature, Oladayo Terspala-Opaleye stands out as a notable figure. Born in 1955, Terspala-Opaleye is a Nigerian writer and playwright known for his works that explore various aspects of Yoruba culture and traditions.
Lastly, Oladayo Sanusi, born in 1969, is a respected Nigerian economist and banker. He has held several influential positions, including serving as the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria from 2009 to 2014, where he implemented policies aimed at strengthening the country's financial sector.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Oladayo throughout history, each leaving their mark in diverse fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of Yoruba culture and Nigerian society.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Oladayo by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Oladayo 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4685 | 3 | 1 |
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- Owen 33,517
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- Oakley 9,838
- Omar 6,823
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- Oskar 4,827
- Olly 4,403
- Otto 3,839
- Osian 3,145
- Owain 2,310
FAQ
Oladayo: questions and answers
How popular is the name Oladayo in the UK right now?
In 2013, Oladayo was ranked #4685 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Oladayo most popular?
The peak year on record was 2013, with 3 babies registered as Oladayo in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Oladayo?
A Yoruba name meaning "wealth comes to the home or birth of wealth".
How many people are called Oladayo in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Oladayo across the 1 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.