UK girl's name
Oluwayemisi
A feminine Yoruba name meaning "The wealth/substance given by God is cherished".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2002. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Oluwayemisi is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Oluwayemisi popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2002 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4137, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1999, with 4 births.
This profile covers 7 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 1999 to 2002. 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 7 living people in the UK are called Oluwayemisi. 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 2003 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Oluwayemisi ranked #4137 for girls in England and Wales in 2002, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1999, when 4 girls were registered as Oluwayemisi.
- • About 7 living people in the UK are estimated to have Oluwayemisi as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4137
2002
Births in 2002
3
Latest year
Peak year
1999
4 births
Estimated living
7
2026
Meaning
What does Oluwayemisi mean?
The name Oluwayemisi originates from the Yoruba language spoken by the Yoruba people of West Africa, particularly in modern-day Nigeria. It is a compound name formed by combining the elements "Oluwa" meaning "God" or "Lord," and "ayemiisi" meaning "the fortified one" or "the highly revered one."
The Yoruba people have a rich cultural heritage dating back centuries, and their naming traditions often reflect their values, beliefs, and aspirations. Oluwayemisi is a name that conveys a deep sense of reverence and respect for the divine, as well as a recognition of the strength and resilience of the individual bearing the name.
While there are no specific historical records or ancient texts that directly reference the name Oluwayemisi, its components can be traced back to the Yoruba language and culture, which has been documented and studied extensively by scholars and historians.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Oluwayemisi can be found in the late 19th century, when it was given to a child born in the Yoruba-speaking regions of what was then known as the British Colony and Protectorate of Nigeria. Over the years, the name has gained popularity and has been borne by several notable individuals.
One such individual is Oluwayemisi Ogunleye, a Nigerian academic and author who was born in 1950. She has written extensively on African literature and has contributed significantly to the promotion of African cultural studies.
Another notable bearer of the name is Oluwayemisi Rufai, a Nigerian politician and lawyer who served as the first female Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice in Ogun State, Nigeria, from 2003 to 2011.
In the realm of sports, Oluwayemisi Idowu is a former Nigerian sprinter who represented her country at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, competing in the 100m and 200m events.
Oluwayemisi Ogunyemi is a Nigerian-American artist and sculptor who has gained recognition for her work exploring themes of identity, migration, and cultural hybridity. Her sculptures have been exhibited in various galleries and museums across the United States.
Lastly, Oluwayemisi Jaiyeola is a Nigerian healthcare professional and advocate who has dedicated her career to improving maternal and child health outcomes in underserved communities. She has received numerous awards and accolades for her work in this field.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Oluwayemisi over time
The chart below shows babies named Oluwayemisi registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1999 to 2002. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Oluwayemisi, the clearest high point is 1999. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2002, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Oluwayemisi by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Oluwayemisi 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 | #4137 | 3 | 1 |
| 1990s | #3225 | 4 | 1 |
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- Ocean 1,811
- Orlaith 1,357
- Olivia-Rose 1,250
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FAQ
Oluwayemisi: questions and answers
How popular is the name Oluwayemisi in the UK right now?
In 2002, Oluwayemisi was ranked #4137 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Oluwayemisi most popular?
The peak year on record was 1999, with 4 babies registered as Oluwayemisi in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Oluwayemisi?
A feminine Yoruba name meaning "The wealth/substance given by God is cherished".
How many people are called Oluwayemisi in the UK?
A total of 7 babies have been registered as Oluwayemisi across the 2 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.