ODUNEYE
Oduneye
Oduneye is a British surname of Nigerian Yoruba origin. The name Oduneye originates from the Yoruba culture in Nigeria and is believed to have been carried to the United Kingdom through generations of migration and settlement.
The surname Oduneye is a compound word in Yoruba, with "Odu" meaning "year" and "Neye" meaning "entirety" or "everything", thus loosely translating to "entire year" or "all year". This name may have been adopted by families to symbolise longevity, auspiciousness, or blessing throughout the year.
Individuals carrying the surname Oduneye can be found in various parts of the United Kingdom, reflecting the diversity and multicultural heritage of the country. Like many surnames with African roots, Oduneye represents the blending of cultures and histories that have shaped the British society over the centuries.
There are approximately 63 people named Oduneye in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Oduneye.