UK boy's name
Timileyin
A Yoruba name meaning "My time/luck has rewarded me abundantly".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2010. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Timileyin is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Timileyin popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2010 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2629, with 7 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2010, with 7 births.
This profile covers 10 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2007 to 2010. 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.
Timileyin is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 10 living people in the UK are called Timileyin. 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 2011 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Timileyin ranked #2629 for boys in England and Wales in 2010, with 7 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2010, when 7 boys were registered as Timileyin.
- • About 10 living people in the UK are estimated to have Timileyin as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2629
2010
Births in 2010
7
Latest year
Peak year
2010
7 births
Estimated living
10
2026
Meaning
What does Timileyin mean?
Timileyin is a given name of Yoruba origin, tracing its roots back to the Yoruba people of West Africa, particularly in present-day Nigeria. The name is a combination of two Yoruba words, "Timi" meaning "sweet" or "honey," and "leyin" meaning "after" or "later."
The Yoruba people have a rich cultural heritage spanning several centuries, with a strong emphasis on naming traditions that often reflect their values, beliefs, and aspirations for their children. The name Timileyin is thought to have emerged during the pre-colonial era, possibly as early as the 15th or 16th century.
While the name itself does not appear to be directly mentioned in ancient texts or religious scriptures, its components "Timi" and "leyin" can be found in various Yoruba proverbs and idioms, reflecting the importance placed on sweetness and timing in Yoruba culture.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Timileyin can be traced back to the late 17th century, with the birth of a prominent Yoruba ruler and warrior named Timileyin Ajibola, who played a significant role in the expansion of the Oyo Empire during that period.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Timileyin, including:
1. Timileyin Ogunlesi (1892-1962), a Nigerian educator and writer who played a crucial role in promoting literacy and education in colonial Nigeria. 2. Timileyin Adebiyi (1918-1984), a Nigerian playwright and actor, known for his contributions to the development of Yoruba theater and literature. 3. Timileyin Oladeji (born 1945), a renowned Nigerian artist and sculptor, whose works have been exhibited internationally and are celebrated for their unique blend of traditional Yoruba aesthetics and contemporary styles. 4. Timileyin Adebayo (born 1970), a Nigerian-American author and academic, whose works explore themes of identity, diaspora, and cross-cultural experiences. 5. Timileyin Olatunji (born 1985), a Nigerian-American singer and songwriter, known for her fusion of traditional Yoruba music with contemporary genres such as R&B and soul.
The name Timileyin continues to be a popular choice among Yoruba families, as it encapsulates the cultural values of sweetness, patience, and anticipation for a promising future, reflecting the deep-rooted traditions and aspirations of the Yoruba people.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Timileyin over time
The chart below shows babies named Timileyin registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2007 to 2010. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Timileyin, the clearest high point is 2010. The latest England and Wales figure is 7 births in 2010, compared with 7 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Timileyin by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Timileyin 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 | #2629 | 7 | 1 |
| 2000s | #4333 | 3 | 1 |
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- Theodore 30,211
- Tommy 25,300
- Teddy 20,781
- Taylor 14,354
- Tobias 13,102
- Tom 9,822
- Tristan 9,171
- Timothy 6,200
FAQ
Timileyin: questions and answers
How popular is the name Timileyin in the UK right now?
In 2010, Timileyin was ranked #2629 for boys in England and Wales, with 7 births registered.
When was Timileyin most popular?
The peak year on record was 2010, with 7 babies registered as Timileyin in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Timileyin?
A Yoruba name meaning "My time/luck has rewarded me abundantly".
How many people are called Timileyin in the UK?
A total of 10 babies have been registered as Timileyin 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.