UK girl's name
Oluwafunmilola
Gift of God, an heir granted by God's grace.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2006. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Oluwafunmilola is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Oluwafunmilola popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2006 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2781, with 7 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2006, with 7 births.
This profile covers 7 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2006 to 2006. 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.
Oluwafunmilola is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 7 living people in the UK are called Oluwafunmilola. 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 2007 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Oluwafunmilola ranked #2781 for girls in England and Wales in 2006, with 7 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2006, when 7 girls were registered as Oluwafunmilola.
- • About 7 living people in the UK are estimated to have Oluwafunmilola as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2781
2006
Births in 2006
7
Latest year
Peak year
2006
7 births
Estimated living
7
2026
Meaning
What does Oluwafunmilola mean?
The given name Oluwafunmilola is of Yoruba origin, a language spoken primarily in southwestern Nigeria and the adjoining parts of Benin and Togo. This name dates back several centuries and can be traced to the pre-colonial era in West Africa.
Oluwafunmilola is a compound Yoruba name composed of several elements. The first part, "Oluwa," refers to God or the Supreme Being in the Yoruba religion and belief system. The second part, "funmi," means "to honor or revere me," while "lola" means "wealth" or "prosperity."
The name Oluwafunmilola can be interpreted to mean "God honors me with wealth" or "God has honored me with prosperity." It is a name that expresses gratitude and reverence towards the divine while also acknowledging material blessings and abundance.
In traditional Yoruba culture, names carry significant meaning and are often chosen to reflect the circumstances surrounding a child's birth, the parents' hopes and aspirations for the child, or as a way to honor deities or ancestors. Oluwafunmilola exemplifies this cultural tradition.
While the exact origin of the name is difficult to pinpoint, it has been in use for centuries among the Yoruba people. Some of the earliest recorded examples of individuals bearing the name Oluwafunmilola can be found in historical records and oral traditions from the 17th and 18th centuries.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have carried the name Oluwafunmilola. One example is Oluwafunmilola Adedoyin (1922-2008), a Nigerian educator and women's rights activist who played a crucial role in promoting girls' education and empowerment in her country.
Another prominent figure with this name is Oluwafunmilola Adeniran (born 1953), a Nigerian politician and former member of the Federal House of Representatives, who has been active in advocating for social and economic development in her region.
In the realm of literature, Oluwafunmilola Fakunle (born 1960) is a renowned Nigerian poet and author, whose works explore themes of identity, cultural heritage, and the human experience.
Oluwafunmilola Aluko (1919-2001) was a pioneering Nigerian lawyer and judge, known for her contributions to the legal profession and her efforts to promote gender equality in the judiciary.
Lastly, Oluwafunmilola Ogunlesi (born 1975) is a Nigerian fashion designer and entrepreneur, whose brand has gained international recognition for its blend of traditional African aesthetics with contemporary styles.
While these individuals hail from diverse backgrounds and fields, they all share the common thread of carrying the name Oluwafunmilola, a name steeped in the rich cultural heritage of the Yoruba people and imbued with meanings of divine favor, reverence, and prosperity.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Oluwafunmilola by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Oluwafunmilola 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 | #2781 | 7 | 1 |
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FAQ
Oluwafunmilola: questions and answers
How popular is the name Oluwafunmilola in the UK right now?
In 2006, Oluwafunmilola was ranked #2781 for girls in England and Wales, with 7 births registered.
When was Oluwafunmilola most popular?
The peak year on record was 2006, with 7 babies registered as Oluwafunmilola in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Oluwafunmilola?
Gift of God, an heir granted by God's grace.
How many people are called Oluwafunmilola in the UK?
A total of 7 babies have been registered as Oluwafunmilola 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.