ANIMASHAUN
Animashaun
Animashaun is a Nigerian and Yoruba surname that has gained popularity among the diaspora living in Britain. The name, which originates from the Yoruba ethnic group, is a combination of two words: "ani," meaning "to possess," and "oshaun," meaning "God." Therefore, the surname can be interpreted to mean "to possess the attributes of God" or "God's possession."
As a British surname, Animashaun reflects the diverse and multicultural society of the United Kingdom. Many individuals with the surname Animashaun have made significant contributions to various fields such as arts, sports, academia, and business within the British society.
The presence of the Animashaun surname in Britain is a testament to the rich tapestry of cultures and influences that have shaped the country over the years. It exemplifies the interconnectedness of nations and the blending of identities that have characterised the British society in the modern era.
There are approximately 506 people named Animashaun in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Animashaun.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Abiodun
- Ademola
- Babatunde
- Hammed
- Idris
- Musa
- Najim
- Olalekan
- Olanrewaju
- Olawale
- Olusegun
- Sheriff
- Taiwo
Female
- Alani
- Bolanle
- Bukola
- Charlotte
- Eunice
- Helen
- Josephine
- Kehinde
- Mary
- Moji
- Olayinka
- Sekinat
- Taiwo
- Temitope
- Yaa
Similar and related surnames
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