OKEOWO
Okeowo
Okeowo is a British surname of Nigerian Yoruba origin. The name is derived from the Yoruba language, with "Oke" meaning hill or elevated place, and "Owo" meaning money or wealth.
The Okeowo surname is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, with most bearers of the name tracing their roots back to Nigeria or other parts of West Africa. Individuals with the surname Okeowo can be found in diverse fields such as business, academia, politics, and the arts.
The Okeowo family history is likely to be rooted in the Yoruba culture of Nigeria, with the name carrying significant meaning and history within the community. Migration and globalisation have led to the spread of the surname beyond Nigeria's borders, including to the United Kingdom.
As with many surnames, the origin and history of the Okeowo name are rich and varied. Research into genealogy and family history can provide individuals with a deeper understanding of their heritage and connections to the wider world.
There are approximately 278 people named Okeowo in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Okeowo.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adedayo
- Anthony
- Babatunde
- David
- Idowu
- Kelvin
- Michael
- Oladipo
- Olufemi
- Olusegun
Female
- Adenike
- Adeola
- Elizabeth
- Florence
- Kerry
- Lucy
- Olayinka
- Olubunmi
- Olufunmilayo
- Theresa