UK name, mostly boys
Oluwatomiwa
A Yoruba name meaning "the glory or wealth that God bestows.".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2019. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Oluwatomiwa is mostly registered for boys in the UK records. People looking for Oluwatomiwa popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2019 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3937, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2012, with 10 births.
This profile covers 91 England and Wales registrations across 16 recorded years from 1998 to 2019. 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 40% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 90 living people in the UK are called Oluwatomiwa. 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 2020 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Oluwatomiwa ranked #3937 for boys in England and Wales in 2019, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2012, when 10 boys were registered as Oluwatomiwa.
- • About 90 living people in the UK are estimated to have Oluwatomiwa as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 93.8% of Oluwatomiwa registrations are for boys.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3937
2019
Births in 2019
4
Latest year
Peak year
2012
10 births
Estimated living
90
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Oluwatomiwa
In England and Wales birth records, Oluwatomiwa has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 93.8% of registrations are for boys and 6.2% are for girls.
These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.
Oluwatomiwa registered for boys
- Ranked #3,937 in 2019
- 4 boys registered in 2019
- Peak: 2012 (10 births)
Oluwatomiwa registered for girls
- Ranked #5,730 in 2015
- 3 girls registered in 2015
- Peak: 2009 (3 births)
Meaning
What does Oluwatomiwa mean?
The name Oluwatomiwa originated from the Yoruba language, spoken predominantly in southwestern Nigeria and parts of Benin and Togo. It is a compound name derived from the elements "Oluwa," meaning "Lord" or "God," and "tomiwa," meaning "my wealth" or "my affluence." The name can be translated to mean "God is my wealth" or "God is my abundance."
The name's origins can be traced back to the traditional Yoruba belief system, which reveres a supreme being known as Olodumare or Olorun. The Yoruba people have a rich cultural heritage that values spirituality, community, and the significance of names. Oluwatomiwa reflects the importance placed on attributing one's prosperity and blessings to the divine source.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Oluwatomiwa can be found in the historical literature and oral traditions of the Yoruba people. It is believed to have been in use for centuries, with some sources suggesting its usage as early as the 16th century during the reign of the Oyo Empire, a prominent Yoruba kingdom.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Oluwatomiwa. One such figure is Oluwatomiwa Akinjobi (1908-1988), a renowned Nigerian educator and administrator who played a significant role in the development of education in his country. Another notable bearer of the name is Oluwatomiwa Oladele (1923-2002), a celebrated Nigerian artist and sculptor whose works celebrated Yoruba culture and traditions.
In the realm of literature, Oluwatomiwa Ogunshile (1920-1976) was a prominent Nigerian poet and playwright, known for his contributions to the development of Yoruba literature. Additionally, Oluwatomiwa Asaolu (1935-2018) was a respected Nigerian politician and diplomat, serving as a member of the Nigerian Senate and later as the country's ambassador to several nations.
Another noteworthy figure is Oluwatomiwa Adebayo (1945-2010), a Nigerian entrepreneur and philanthropist who founded one of the largest conglomerates in West Africa. His contributions to economic development and charitable initiatives left a lasting impact on his community and country.
These individuals, spanning various fields and eras, have carried the name Oluwatomiwa with distinction, embodying the cultural significance and meaning associated with it.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Oluwatomiwa over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Oluwatomiwa in England and Wales, from 1998 to 2019. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Oluwatomiwa, the clearest high point is 2012. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2019, compared with 10 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Oluwatomiwa by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Oluwatomiwa 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 | #3230 | 42 | 7 |
| 2000s | #2637 | 46 | 8 |
| 1990s | #2901 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Oluwatomiwa
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- 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
Oluwatomiwa: questions and answers
How popular is the name Oluwatomiwa in the UK right now?
In 2019, Oluwatomiwa was ranked #3937 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Oluwatomiwa most popular?
The peak year on record was 2012, with 10 babies registered as Oluwatomiwa in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Oluwatomiwa?
A Yoruba name meaning "the glory or wealth that God bestows.".
How many people are called Oluwatomiwa in the UK?
A total of 91 babies have been registered as Oluwatomiwa across the 16 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.