Rising since 2009, #9,714 for boys today.
Popularity of Obaloluwa since 2005
Babies named Obaloluwa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 88 |
| 2020s | 53 |
Meaning & origin
Obaloluwa is a Yoruba name that entered U.S. records in 2005, reflecting the growing Nigerian diaspora. It has been rising in use since 2009, with a peak in 2019, though it remains rare with a 2025 rank of 9,714. Approximately 1 in 244,011 babies born in 2025 received the name. Its meaning, 'The Lord is God,' ties it to a long tradition of Yoruba theophoric names that express devotion. While no U.S. state records yet show concentrated popularity, the name's upward trajectory suggests steady adoption among families seeking culturally significant names with a spiritual resonance.
Obaloluwa is a Yoruba name with a theophoric structure, typically interpreted as 'The Lord is God' (Oba = king/lord, Oluwa = Lord/God). It is closely related to names like Obaloja and Obalanlege, reflecting the Yoruba tradition of naming children to honor divine sovereignty. The name has gained minor usage in the United States since the early 2000s, primarily among families of Nigerian diaspora.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Oba, Lolu
Variants: Obalolowa, Obaloja
Sibling names for Obaloluwa
Names that share Obaloluwa's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Ayomide, Oluwadarasimi, Ifeoluwa, Temitayo, Bolanle
Brothers: Oluwatobiloba, Ayodeji, Adebayo, Olamilekan, Adedamola
