Babatunde Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationbah-bah-TOON-day / bɑːbɑːˈtʊndeɪYoruba
Meaning
Father has come again
Historical & Cultural Background
Babatunde is a name of Yoruba origin, commonly given to boys in Nigeria. It reflects the cultural significance of family and lineage in Yoruba society. The name is often given to a child born after the death of a grandfather, symbolizing the return of the ancestor. It is part of a larger tradition of names that convey familial connections and heritage.
Trend Summary
Babatunde has seen consistent use within Nigerian communities, though it is less common in the broader U.S. naming trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Baba
- Tunde
International Variants
- Babatunde (Nigeria)
Famous people named Babatunde
Babatunde Olatunji was a Nigerian drummer and music educator known for popularizing African music in the United States.
Babatunde Lawal is a Nigerian politician who has served in various governmental roles.
Babatunde Fashola is a Nigerian lawyer and politician who served as the Governor of Lagos State.
Babatunde Adebimpe is a Nigerian artist known for his contributions to contemporary art.
Fictional characters named Babatunde
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Babatunde was first seen in the United States in 1971. Babatunde has ranked as high as #1230 nationally, which occurred in 1995, and has been most popular in New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Babatunde has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Babatunde (1995)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 14 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 18 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1995 | 20 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 7 |