Olajuwon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Olajuwon is a Yoruba name meaning 'wealth has come'. It evolved from the shorter form Ola, and has gained popularity especially in the sports world. The name is linked to traits of success and achievement, with no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Olajuwon"
Pronunciation
/oʊˈlɑːdʒuːwɒn/
Origin
Yoruba
Etymology
The name Olajuwon is derived from the Yoruba language in Nigeria, meaning 'wealth has come' or 'wealth has arrived'.
Meaning
wealth, arrived
Language Evolution
Ola, Olajuwon
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly due to the fame of basketball player Hakeem Olajuwon, who played in the NBA.
Variants & Derivatives
Ola, Olajuwon
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Olajuwon is often associated with success and achievement, particularly in sports due to its association with Hakeem Olajuwon.
Famous People
Hakeem Olajuwon
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 58 peak births in 1994
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in Louisiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Olajuwon"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Olajuwon"
"Olajuwon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2577th of 16616 | 385 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6843rd of 24088 | 164 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9400th of 23106 | 84 |
Regional Popularity of "Olajuwon" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
52.13% 1921st/3685 |
57.01% 2551st/4475 |
54.91% 2852nd/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Olajuwon" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Olajuwon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Olajuwon" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Olajuwon" in the United States
The name Olajuwon is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Olajuwon has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Olajuwon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2577th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6843rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9400th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Olajuwon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.