AJOSE
Ajose
Ajose is a surname of Yoruba origin, commonly found among the Yoruba people in Nigeria. It is also a surname of prominence in the United Kingdom, particularly among the British-Nigerian community.
The surname Ajose is derived from the Yoruba name 'Ajọsẹ́', which means "the crown is sufficient" or "the crown has chased headaches away". It is a name that symbolises royalty, strength, and prosperity in Yoruba culture.
Members of the Ajose family have made notable contributions in various fields, including business, politics, academia, and the arts. The surname has gained recognition in the UK due to the achievements and successes of individuals bearing this name.
Notable figures with the surname Ajose include British-Nigerian professional boxer Larry Ekundayo Ajose, who has competed at an international level, and academic Dr. Funmi Ajose, known for her research in African history and culture.
The Ajose surname serves as a symbol of heritage and cultural identity for individuals of Yoruba descent living in the UK, reflecting a rich history and tradition that has been carried over generations.
There are approximately 259 people named Ajose in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Ajose.
Region of origin: Africa
Country of origin: Nigeria
Language of origin: Yoruba
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Abayomi
- Adewale
- Anthony
- Elijah
- Emmanuel
- Emo
- Joshua
- Michael
- Ola
- Olamide
- Olayemi
- Olufemi
- Peter
- Taiwo
- Tunde
Female
- Adenike
- Deborah
- Duro
- Esther
- Hannah
- Jessica
- Kehinde
- Kemi
- Margaret
- Ola
- Olabisi
- Oladunni
- Olamide
- Oluwayemisi
- Sophie