UK boy's name
Oluwakayode
The wealth of God surrounds him; a name of Yoruba origin.
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.
Oluwakayode is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Oluwakayode 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 2009, with 5 births.
This profile covers 36 England and Wales registrations across 11 recorded years from 1997 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 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 36 living people in the UK are called Oluwakayode. 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
- • Oluwakayode ranked #4749 for boys in England and Wales in 2018, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2009, when 5 boys were registered as Oluwakayode.
- • About 36 living people in the UK are estimated to have Oluwakayode 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
2009
5 births
Estimated living
36
2026
Meaning
What does Oluwakayode mean?
The name Oluwakayode is a Yoruba name originating from Nigeria, West Africa. It is a compound name formed by combining the words "Oluwa" meaning "Lord" and "Kayode" meaning "he had a corona." Together, the name translates to "The Lord had a corona" or "God's crown."
This name has its roots in the Yoruba culture and tradition, which has a rich history dating back several centuries. The Yoruba people are one of the largest ethnic groups in Nigeria, known for their vibrant cultural practices and belief systems.
While the exact origin of the name Oluwakayode is unclear, it is believed to have been in use for several centuries among the Yoruba people. The name may have been inspired by religious or spiritual beliefs, as many Yoruba names often carry meanings related to deities, ancestral figures, or spiritual concepts.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Oluwakayode can be found in the writings of the renowned Yoruba author and playwright, Hubert Ogunde, who lived from 1916 to 1990. His works often featured characters with traditional Yoruba names, reflecting the cultural richness of his homeland.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who have carried the name Oluwakayode. One such figure was Oluwakayode Ajayi (1933-2010), a Nigerian writer and academic who made significant contributions to the field of African literature and cultural studies.
Another prominent bearer of the name was Oluwakayode Abiodun Diya (born 1944), a Nigerian military officer who served as the Chief of General Staff of the Nigerian Armed Forces from 1993 to 1997.
In the realm of sports, Oluwakayode Olajubu (born 1982) is a Nigerian football player who has represented his country at various international competitions.
Oluwakayode Adewumi (born 1976) is a Nigerian-American chess player and author, known for his remarkable chess achievements and his work in promoting the game among underprivileged communities.
Lastly, Oluwakayode Adeleye (born 1989) is a Nigerian-American football player who has played in the National Football League (NFL) for several teams, including the Baltimore Ravens and the Atlanta Falcons.
These individuals, spanning various fields and time periods, demonstrate the rich history and diversity associated with the name Oluwakayode, a name that continues to hold cultural significance in the Yoruba community and beyond.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Oluwakayode over time
The chart below shows babies named Oluwakayode registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 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 Oluwakayode, the clearest high point is 2009. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2018, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Oluwakayode by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Oluwakayode 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 | #4759 | 18 | 6 |
| 2000s | #3402 | 15 | 4 |
| 1990s | #2859 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Oluwakayode
- 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
Oluwakayode: questions and answers
How popular is the name Oluwakayode in the UK right now?
In 2018, Oluwakayode was ranked #4749 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Oluwakayode most popular?
The peak year on record was 2009, with 5 babies registered as Oluwakayode in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Oluwakayode?
The wealth of God surrounds him; a name of Yoruba origin.
How many people are called Oluwakayode in the UK?
A total of 36 babies have been registered as Oluwakayode across the 11 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.