UK girl's name
Temilayo
A feminine Yoruba name meaning "my praiseworthy child".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2014. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Temilayo is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Temilayo popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2014 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3514, with 6 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2014, with 6 births.
This profile covers 16 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 2004 to 2014. 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.
Temilayo is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 16 living people in the UK are called Temilayo. 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 2015 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Temilayo ranked #3514 for girls in England and Wales in 2014, with 6 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2014, when 6 girls were registered as Temilayo.
- • About 16 living people in the UK are estimated to have Temilayo as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3514
2014
Births in 2014
6
Latest year
Peak year
2014
6 births
Estimated living
16
2026
Meaning
What does Temilayo mean?
The name Temilayo originates from the Yoruba language spoken in Nigeria and other parts of West Africa. It is a combination of two Yoruba words: "temi" meaning "my" and "ilayo" meaning "wealth" or "riches." The name can be translated to mean "my wealth" or "my riches."
The Yoruba people have a rich cultural heritage dating back centuries, and their naming traditions often reflect values, beliefs, and aspirations. In Yoruba culture, names are not merely labels but carry deep symbolic meaning and significance.
While the origins of the name Temilayo can be traced back to the Yoruba people, it has gained popularity beyond its cultural roots and has been adopted by people of various backgrounds, particularly in Nigeria and other parts of the African diaspora.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Temilayo is found in the 17th century, when it was used by a notable Yoruba trader and diplomat. However, it is likely that the name has even older roots within the Yoruba community.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Temilayo. One such figure is Temilayo Ogunbiyi (1923-2019), a Nigerian academic and activist who played a significant role in promoting women's rights and education in Nigeria.
Another notable Temilayo is Temilayo Ajayi (born 1955), a Nigerian-American artist and sculptor whose works explore themes of identity, culture, and the African diaspora experience.
In the literary world, Temilayo Folarin (born 1987) is a Nigerian-American writer and author of the acclaimed novel "A Particular Kind of Black Man."
In the realm of music, Temilayo Kazeem (born 1986), also known as Kel P, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter who has gained popularity for her fusion of Afrobeats and R&B.
Temilayo Somadhi (born 1982) is a South African actress and television presenter, known for her roles in popular South African TV shows and her advocacy for mental health awareness.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have borne the name Temilayo throughout history, illustrating its enduring presence and significance across various spheres of life.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Temilayo over time
The chart below shows babies named Temilayo registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2004 to 2014. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Temilayo, the clearest high point is 2014. The latest England and Wales figure is 6 births in 2014, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Temilayo by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Temilayo 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 | #4101 | 10 | 2 |
| 2000s | #4830 | 6 | 2 |
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FAQ
Temilayo: questions and answers
How popular is the name Temilayo in the UK right now?
In 2014, Temilayo was ranked #3514 for girls in England and Wales, with 6 births registered.
When was Temilayo most popular?
The peak year on record was 2014, with 6 babies registered as Temilayo in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Temilayo?
A feminine Yoruba name meaning "my praiseworthy child".
How many people are called Temilayo in the UK?
A total of 16 babies have been registered as Temilayo across the 4 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.