How Many People Are Named Bamidele?

Complete statistics for the name Bamidele: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Bamidele
Very Rare
Yoruba

Bamidele is a name steeped in history, though very rare. Only 20 people named Bamidele live in the US today, making it 1 in 16,828,432. It peaked in 1978 with 8 births, and now, most are in their 30s to 60s.

~20
Living in US
1 in 16,828,432
Americans
1978
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Follow me home
🌐
Origin
Yoruba
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 33
Personality Traits
Warm Welcoming Loyal Family-oriented
33
Life Path Number

The number 33 is known as a Master Number in numerology, sometimes called the Master Teacher. It represents deep compassion, selfless service, and the desire to uplift others through love and spiritual awareness.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

58,583
Worldwide Bearers
#16,179
Global Rank
🇳🇬 Nigeria
55,191
🇧🇯 Benin
1,447
🇬🇧 England
597
🇺🇸 United States
396
🇬🇭 Ghana
393
🇵🇱 Poland
283
🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
43
🇰🇼 Kuwait
38
🇮🇸 Iceland
27
🇿🇦 South Africa
24

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
20 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 44
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
21
Would be 30–60 (100%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 21 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1978

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
26
Classic Feel
33
Modern Appeal
67
International
99

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Bamidele Through the Generations

The name Bamidele has a rich yet sparse history. With only 21 total births across all time but 20 living individuals, it's clear that many who were born with this name have passed away. The peak year was 1978, when 8 babies were named Bamidele, indicating a brief surge in popularity. Today, the majority of people named Bamidele are in their 30s to 60s, showing a stable trend without significant growth or decline. This name stands out as a classic choice that bridges traditional and modern naming preferences, particularly given its strong presence in Nigeria, where it's more common. The age distribution tells a compelling story of a name that has remained relevant for decades, with no recent resurgence or decline.

✨ Similar Names to Bamidele

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Bamidele's Yoruba roots

📄 About the Name Bamidele

How Many People Have the Name Bamidele?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 20 people in the United States currently share the name Bamidele. That works out to roughly 1 in every 16,828,432 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Bamidele a Common or Rare Name?

Bamidele is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Bamidele Mean?

Bamidele means "Follow me home" and comes from Yoruba origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 33.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Bamidele in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Bamidele Most Popular?

The name Bamidele reached peak popularity in 1978, with 8 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Bamidele?

Approximately 20 people named Bamidele live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 21. That works out to roughly 1 in 16,828,432 Americans.

Is Bamidele a rare name?

Bamidele is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 16,828,432 Americans has this name.

What does the name Bamidele mean?

Bamidele means "Follow me home" and comes from Yoruba origins.

Is Bamidele more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Bamidele are male and 0% are female.

When was Bamidele most popular?

Bamidele peaked in 1978 with 8 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US20
All-Time Births21
1 in X1 in 16,828,432
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age44
Peak Year1978
World Rank#16,179
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.