BABATUNDE
Babatunde
The surname Babatunde is of Nigerian Yoruba origin, meaning "father has come back". It is a popular given name in Yoruba-speaking communities, and those who bear it often have ancestral ties to the Yoruba tribe in Nigeria. Over the years, this name has transitioned into becoming a surname for many families, particularly amongst the Nigerian diaspora in the United Kingdom.
Individuals with the surname Babatunde are typically proud of their Yoruba roots and uphold the cultural traditions and values associated with the name. In the UK, the surname Babatunde is recognised as a symbol of Nigerian heritage and identity.
Famous individuals with the surname Babatunde may include academics, artists, athletes, and professionals who have made notable contributions to their respective fields. The presence of the Babatunde surname in the UK reflects the diverse and multicultural society that characterises contemporary British life.
There are approximately 802 people named Babatunde in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,747th most common surname in Britain. Around 12 in a million people in Britain are named Babatunde.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Abayomi
- Akeem
- Anthony
- David
- Ibrahim
- John
- Kayode
- Michael
- Olufemi
- Oluwaseyi
- Samuel
- Vincent
Female
- Abimbola
- Adeola
- Elizabeth
- Florence
- Janet
- Mary
- Olubunmi
- Susan
- Toyin
- Yetunde