OLABISI

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Olabisi

Origin and Meaning: The British surname Olabisi is of Yoruba origin, a Nigerian language spoken predominantly in Africa. The name Olabisi is a compound of two Yoruba words; "Ola" which means wealth or riches, and "Bisi" which means to add or increase. Therefore, Olabisi translates to "wealth has increased" or "adding to wealth".

History: The surname Olabisi likely originated in Nigeria and subsequently spread as a surname among descendants who migrated to other parts of the world, including the United Kingdom.

Distribution: The surname Olabisi is not as common in the United Kingdom compared to its prevalence in Nigeria. The name may be found amongst African diaspora communities within the UK.

Famous Individuals: As of the time of writing, there are no widely recognised or famous individuals with the surname Olabisi in the public domain or mainstream media.

References: Further research on the genealogy and historical records of the Olabisi surname may provide additional insights into its origins and distribution.

There are approximately 91 people named Olabisi in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Olabisi.

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