Anjolaoluwa
Primarily a girl's name of Yoruba origin with 265 recorded births. Also given to 21 boys.
Meaning & Origin
Fewer than 265 Americans have ever been named Anjolaoluwa. It first appeared in SSA records in 2002 and peaked modestly at 25 births in 2015 — rare enough to be distinctive, with just enough history to feel grounded.
Anjolaoluwa is not in the current top 1,000 girl names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Anjolaoluwa is a girl's and boy's baby name of Yoruba origin, from the Yoruba language of southwestern Nigeria, meaning 'we enjoy wealth from God' or 'the enjoyment of wealth belongs to the Lord.' The name is a compound of an ('we'), jo ('enjoy'), ola ('wealth, honor'), and Oluwa ('Lord, God').
Anjolaoluwa is one of the longer and more elaborate Yoruba names, expressing gratitude to God for prosperity — a full prayer and a full sentence, carried as a name.
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Anjolaoluwa first shows up in U.S. Social Security records in 2002. A twenty-first-century entry, Anjolaoluwa belongs to the newest generation of American names — often coined, blended, or borrowed from international sources.
Its Yoruba classification suggests a path from yoruba linguistic traditions into American usage, though the specific route — whether through immigration, literature, or cultural exchange — would require deeper historical research.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Anjolaoluwa has 21+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2002.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 39 | #9909 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 161 | #7636 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 65 | #11571 | — |
The Story of Anjolaoluwa
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2015, Anjolaoluwa is a fresh, modern favorite. Girls named Anjolaoluwa are most likely born between 2005 and 2023.
How rare is Anjolaoluwa?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Anjolaoluwa is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2002, peaked in the 2010s with 161 births that decade, and has gracefully settled into a quieter chapter.
Anjolaoluwa by the numbers
- Would fill 6 school buses
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(21 years, 2002–2023)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 9 | #10377 |
| 2022 | 9 | #10455 |
| 2021 | 9 | #10357 |
| 2020 | 12 | #8448 |
| 2019 | 16 | #7049 |
| 2018 | 17 | #6824 |
| 2017 | 14 | #7872 |
| 2016 | 18 | #6686 |
| 2015 | 25 | #5300 |
| 2014 | 17 | #7017 |
| 2013 | 17 | #7072 |
| 2012 | 13 | #8674 |
| 2011 | 16 | #7470 |
| 2010 | 8 | #12391 |
| 2009 | 14 | #8493 |
| 2008 | 9 | #11692 |
| 2007 | 13 | #9065 |
| 2006 | 9 | #11523 |
| 2005 | 6 | #14670 |
| 2004 | 6 | #14339 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Anjolaoluwa as a Boy's Name
While overwhelmingly a girl's name, Anjolaoluwa has also been given to 21 boys in the U.S. since 2013.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2002–2023