OLAWOYIN
Olawoyin
Olawoyin is a British surname of Nigerian Yoruba origin. The name is believed to have been derived from the Yoruba language, with "Ola" meaning "wealth" and "woyi" meaning "descendant of".
Individuals bearing the surname Olawoyin can trace their ancestry to the Yoruba people of Nigeria, reflecting the diverse ethnic mix that is prevalent in the United Kingdom due to historical ties between Britain and its former colonies.
The Olawoyin family name is relatively rare in the UK, reflecting its Nigerian roots and the migration of Yoruba people to Britain in the 20th and 21st centuries.
Notable individuals with the surname Olawoyin may have made contributions in various fields, including academia, business, the arts, and beyond. Members of the Olawoyin family continue to enrich the cultural tapestry of Britain with their Nigerian heritage and traditions.
There are approximately 84 people named Olawoyin in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Olawoyin.