Olaoluwa
Meaningwealth of God · Yoruba
Olaoluwa is an African gender-neutral name meaning “wealth of God”, with Yoruba roots. Yoruba names often tell a story, such as the circumstances of a child's birth or a family's hopes. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name. It suits a boy or a girl equally well.
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- GenerationOlaoluwa peaked in 2015, which makes it a Gen Alpha name. The typical Olaoluwa you'd meet today is about 10 years old.
- HistoryOlaoluwa first shows up in US birth records in 2000, the first year at least 5 babies got it. That makes it a fairly new name, younger than many of today's parents.
US births per million boys, 2000–2025
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About the name Olaoluwa
Olaoluwa is a gender-neutral name of African origin meaning “wealth of God”. With 4 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, and plenty of room for a nickname, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a fresh, modern name that only arrived in US birth records in recent decades. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name. It works for a boy or a girl, which suits parents who'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.
Origin:African names
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Questions about the name Olaoluwa
What does the name Olaoluwa mean?
Olaoluwa means “wealth of God” and comes from Yoruba. Names built around “God” have been loved for generations, and give a child a meaning worth sharing when someone asks about their name. Other gender-neutral names with a similar meaning include Theodore (“gift of God”), Elijah (“my God is Yahweh”), Isabella (“God is my oath”) and Mateo (“gift of God”).
What is the origin of the name Olaoluwa?
Olaoluwa is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Yoruba. Other African names to consider are Layla (“night”), Zuri (“beautiful”), Aisha (“alive”) and Cairo (“the victorious”).
Is Olaoluwa a boy or girl name?
Both. Olaoluwa is a true gender-neutral name used for boys and girls. That balance makes it a good pick if you'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.
How popular is the name Olaoluwa?
Olaoluwa is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2024. It peaked at #5,058 in 2015, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Olaoluwa?
If you like Olaoluwa, you might also like Theodore, Elijah, Isabella and Mateo.
What should I know before naming my baby Olaoluwa?
Olaoluwa is an African gender-neutral name meaning “wealth of God”, with Yoruba roots. Yoruba names often tell a story, such as the circumstances of a child's birth or a family's hopes. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name. It suits a boy or a girl equally well. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.