OLAWALE
Olawale
Olawale is a British surname of Yoruba origin that has gained prominence within the British Nigerian community. The name "Olawale" originates from the Yoruba language, with "Ola" meaning 'wealth' or 'honour', and "Wale" meaning 'come home'. Thus, the name Olawale can be interpreted to mean 'wealth has come home'.
Individuals bearing the surname Olawale are often believed to possess characteristics such as resilience, strong family ties, and a commitment to success. This has contributed to the surname's reputation for being associated with hardworking and enterprising individuals within the British Nigerian diaspora.
The Olawale family name embodies a sense of pride and cultural heritage among its bearers, serving as a link to their Nigerian roots while also embracing their British identity. As the British Nigerian community continues to flourish and make significant contributions to British society, the surname Olawale remains an important marker of their heritage and achievements.
There are approximately 253 people named Olawale in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Olawale.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Daniel
- Emmanuel
- Hakeem
- John
- Lateef
- Michael
- Olakunle
- Oluwafemi
- Peter
- Taiwo
Female
- Adeola
- Folake
- Hannah
- Maria
- Mary
- Olabisi
- Olubunmi
- Oluwatoyin
- Temitope
- Victoria