Oluwaseun
Meaningwe thank god · Yoruba
Oluwaseun is an African boy name meaning “we thank 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.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Oluwaseun would score 12 points, thanks largely to the W (worth 4).
- GenerationOluwaseun peaked in 2004, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Oluwaseun you'd meet today is about 21 years old.
- HistoryOluwaseun first shows up in US birth records in 1982, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 43 years since.
US births per million boys, 1982–2025
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About the name Oluwaseun
Oluwaseun is a boy name of African origin meaning “we thank 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 hit its peak in the 2000s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:African names
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Questions about the name Oluwaseun
What does the name Oluwaseun mean?
Oluwaseun means “we thank 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 boy names with a similar meaning include Theodore (“gift of God”), Elijah (“my God is Yahweh”), Mateo (“gift of God”) and Elias (“my God is Yahweh”).
What is the origin of the name Oluwaseun?
Oluwaseun is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Yoruba. Other African names to consider are Cairo (“the victorious”), Asa (“healer”), Zaire (“river”) and Omari (“long-lived”).
Is Oluwaseun a boy or girl name?
Oluwaseun is a boy name.
How popular is the name Oluwaseun?
Oluwaseun is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2022. It peaked at #4,793 in 2004, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Oluwaseun?
If you like Oluwaseun, you might also like Theodore, Elijah, Mateo and Elias.
What should I know before naming my baby Oluwaseun?
Oluwaseun is an African boy name meaning “we thank 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. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.