UK boy's name
Oluwasegun
The victor sent from God or God's victor.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2012. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Oluwasegun is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Oluwasegun popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2012 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4805, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2006, with 5 births.
This profile covers 39 England and Wales registrations across 10 recorded years from 1999 to 2012. 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 39 living people in the UK are called Oluwasegun. 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 2013 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Oluwasegun ranked #4805 for boys in England and Wales in 2012, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2006, when 5 boys were registered as Oluwasegun.
- • About 39 living people in the UK are estimated to have Oluwasegun as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4805
2012
Births in 2012
3
Latest year
Peak year
2006
5 births
Estimated living
39
2026
Meaning
What does Oluwasegun mean?
Oluwasegun is a Yoruba name that originated in southwestern Nigeria. The name is a combination of two Yoruba words, "Oluwa" and "segun," which together mean "the Lord is victorious" or "God has conquered."
The Yoruba people have a rich cultural heritage that dates back centuries, with many of their traditional names reflecting their deeply rooted beliefs and values. The name Oluwasegun is believed to have emerged during the spread of Christianity in the region, as it incorporates the Yoruba word for God, "Oluwa," while maintaining a connection to the traditional Yoruba naming practices.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Oluwasegun can be traced back to the 19th century, when it started gaining popularity among the Yoruba people who had embraced Christianity. However, the name's roots may go back even further, as the concept of attributing victory to a higher power is deeply ingrained in many African belief systems.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Oluwasegun. One of the most famous was Oluwasegun Obasanjo (born 1937), a former military leader and two-time President of Nigeria, serving from 1976 to 1979 and again from 1999 to 2007. His tenure was marked by efforts to strengthen democracy and combat corruption in the country.
Another prominent figure was Oluwasegun Agagu (1948-2013), a Nigerian politician who served as the Governor of Ondo State from 2003 to 2009. He was known for his efforts to promote education and infrastructure development in the state.
Oluwasegun Oladunni (born 1949) is a Nigerian artist and sculptor who has gained international recognition for his works, which often reflect traditional Yoruba themes and aesthetics.
In the realm of sports, Oluwasegun Olofinjana (born 1980) is a former Nigerian professional footballer who played as a midfielder for several clubs in England and the Nigerian national team.
Oluwasegun Awolowo (born 1981) is a Nigerian actor and filmmaker, known for his roles in various Nollywood productions and his contributions to the Nigerian entertainment industry.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the name Oluwasegun throughout history, reflecting its significance and cultural relevance within the Yoruba community and beyond.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Oluwasegun over time
The chart below shows babies named Oluwasegun registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1999 to 2012. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Oluwasegun, the clearest high point is 2006. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2012, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Oluwasegun by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Oluwasegun 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 | #4069 | 8 | 2 |
| 2000s | #3263 | 28 | 7 |
| 1990s | #2943 | 3 | 1 |
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Names similar to Oluwasegun
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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
Oluwasegun: questions and answers
How popular is the name Oluwasegun in the UK right now?
In 2012, Oluwasegun was ranked #4805 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Oluwasegun most popular?
The peak year on record was 2006, with 5 babies registered as Oluwasegun in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Oluwasegun?
The victor sent from God or God's victor.
How many people are called Oluwasegun in the UK?
A total of 39 babies have been registered as Oluwasegun across the 10 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.