Declining since 2017, #8,860 for girls today.
Popularity of Oluwatamilore since 2003
Babies named Oluwatamilore per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 36 | 5 |
| 2010s | 149 | 58 |
| 2020s | 44 | 16 |
Meaning & origin
Oluwatamilore is a Yoruba name meaning 'God is my joy,' built from elements expressing a personal relationship with the divine. In the United States, it first appeared in 2003 and reached its highest rank in 2018, when it peaked in popularity. Since 2017, its usage has been declining, and as of 2025 it ranked 8860 with a frequency of about 1 in every 146115 births. The name has not been strongly associated with any particular state or region in the U.S., reflecting its broad but low-frequency adoption. Its unisex usage and spiritual meaning make it a distinctive choice for families seeking a name with deep cultural roots.
Oluwatamilore is a Yoruba name combining three elements: 'Oluwa' (God), 'ti' (is), 'mi' (my), and 'ore' (joy or friend). It is a theophoric name expressing gratitude or praise to God for granting joy. The name is part of a broader tradition of Yoruba names that begin with 'Oluwa-' and convey religious sentiments. It is used by Yoruba-speaking communities in Nigeria and among the diaspora.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tamilore, Tami, Lolu, More
Variants: Oluwatamilore
Sibling names for Oluwatamilore
Names that share Oluwatamilore's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Oluwaseun, Oluwakemi, Oluwaferanmi, Temilade, Ayomide
Brothers: Oluwatobiloba, Oluwashola, Oluwadamilare, Oluwaferanmi, Ayobami
