OMOTAYO
Omotayo
Omotayo is a Nigerian Yoruba surname that has become increasingly prevalent in the United Kingdom, particularly due to the large Nigerian diaspora community. The name "Omotayo" is of Yoruba origin, with "Omo" meaning child and "Tayo" meaning worthy of joy. Therefore, Omotayo can be translated to mean "child worthy of joy."
The surname Omotayo often signifies a person’s heritage and family lineage within the Yoruba ethnic group in Nigeria. In the UK, individuals bearing the surname Omotayo may have ancestors who immigrated from Nigeria during various historical periods, such as the post-World War II era or as part of the increased migration waves in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
The Omotayo surname serves as a symbol of cultural identity, connecting individuals to their Yoruba roots while also embracing their British identity. It is not uncommon to find individuals with the surname Omotayo excelling in various fields, such as academia, business, arts, and sports, contributing to the diverse tapestry of British society.
There are approximately 314 people named Omotayo in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Omotayo.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Bamidele
- Emmanuel
- Joseph
- Michael
- Oladapo
- Olajide
- Olugbenga
- Olusegun
- Taiwo
Female
- Esther
- Eunice
- Mojisola
- Olubunmi
- Oluwakemi
- Oluwatosin
- Oluwayemisi
- Omotola
- Opeyemi
- Yetunde