Declining since 2019, #10,917 for girls today.
Popularity of Simisola since 1992
Babies named Simisola per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 16 |
| 2000s | 19 |
| 2010s | 53 |
| 2020s | 43 |
Meaning & origin
Simisola entered U.S. records in 1992, a relatively recent arrival that reflects the growing diversity of American naming traditions. Its peak popularity came in 2018, though it has since declined. The name is given to roughly 1 in every 200,908 girls, a rarity that appeals to families seeking a distinctive yet meaningful choice. The Yoruba meaning "God makes wealth" imbues the name with a sense of gratitude and blessing, connecting children to their cultural heritage even in the diaspora. While it has never cracked the top 1,000, its steady if modest usage shows a lasting appeal among those with Nigerian roots or an appreciation for Yoruba culture.
Simisola is a Yoruba name from southwestern Nigeria. It is a short form of longer names like Simisoluwa, meaning "God makes wealth" or "God has made wealth." The name is commonly given to girls and reflects the Yoruba tradition of names that express gratitude or acknowledge divine provision. Its usage in the United States has been modest since the 1990s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Simi, Sola, Simis
Variants: Simisoluwa
Sibling names for Simisola
Names that share Simisola's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Adaeze, Ezinne, Ifeoma, Ngozi, Chinwe, Abeni, Abiola, Adeola, Damilola, Folasade, Jadesola, Kemi, Morenike, Omolola, Oreoluwa, Temiloluwa, Titilayo, Tiwatope, Yetunde
Brothers: Chidi, Emeka, Kehinde, Oluwaseun, Tunde, Ademide, Ayomikun, Babatunde, Erioluwa, Juwon, Olaoluwa, Olumide, Temidayo
