UK boy's name
Olajide
A masculine Yoruba name meaning "wealth awakens one to honour".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2018. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Olajide is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Olajide popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2018 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4749, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2006, with 4 births.
This profile covers 18 England and Wales registrations across 5 recorded years from 2001 to 2018. 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 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 18 living people in the UK are called Olajide. 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 2019 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Olajide ranked #4749 for boys in England and Wales in 2018, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2006, when 4 boys were registered as Olajide.
- • About 18 living people in the UK are estimated to have Olajide as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4749
2018
Births in 2018
3
Latest year
Peak year
2006
4 births
Estimated living
18
2026
Meaning
What does Olajide mean?
The name Olajide originates from the Yoruba language spoken in parts of West Africa, particularly in Nigeria. It has its roots in the Yoruba words "Ola" meaning wealth or fortune, and "jide" meaning to untie or unbind. Together, the name Olajide can be interpreted as "wealth or fortune untied or unbound."
This name likely emerged during the pre-colonial era in the region, reflecting the cultural values and traditions of the Yoruba people. It may have been bestowed upon children as a way of wishing for prosperity and freedom from constraints.
While it is difficult to pinpoint the earliest recorded instances of the name Olajide, it has been in use for centuries among the Yoruba communities of Nigeria and neighboring regions. The name may have appeared in oral traditions, folklore, or historical accounts passed down through generations.
One notable figure with the name Olajide was Olajide Aluko, a Nigerian economist and politician who served as the Minister of Economic Development and Reconstruction in the 1960s. He played a significant role in shaping Nigeria's economic policies during the post-independence period.
Another prominent individual was Olajide Olatunji, a Nigerian drummer and percussionist who popularized Yoruba drumming traditions in the United States. He was instrumental in introducing African rhythms to American audiences through his performances and teachings.
In the realm of literature, Olajide Idowu was a Nigerian writer and poet whose works explored themes of identity, culture, and social issues. His collection of poems, "Footprints on the Sand," received critical acclaim and shed light on the experiences of Nigerians during the post-colonial era.
Olajide Adelana was a Nigerian businessman and philanthropist who founded the Adelana Foundation, an organization dedicated to promoting education and empowering underprivileged communities in Nigeria.
Lastly, Olajide Oladipo was a Nigerian sportsperson who represented his country in multiple international competitions, winning several medals and accolades for his athletic achievements.
While these are just a few examples, the name Olajide has been carried by individuals from various walks of life throughout history, reflecting the rich cultural heritage and diversity of the Yoruba people.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Olajide over time
The chart below shows babies named Olajide registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2001 to 2018. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Olajide, the clearest high point is 2006. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2018, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Olajide by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Olajide 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 | #4368 | 7 | 2 |
| 2000s | #3421 | 11 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Olajide
- Oliver 157,197
- Oscar 67,495
- Owen 33,517
- Ollie 13,193
- Oakley 9,838
- Omar 6,823
- Otis 6,395
- Oskar 4,827
- Olly 4,403
- Otto 3,839
- Osian 3,145
- Owain 2,310
FAQ
Olajide: questions and answers
How popular is the name Olajide in the UK right now?
In 2018, Olajide was ranked #4749 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Olajide most popular?
The peak year on record was 2006, with 4 babies registered as Olajide in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Olajide?
A masculine Yoruba name meaning "wealth awakens one to honour".
How many people are called Olajide in the UK?
A total of 18 babies have been registered as Olajide across the 5 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.