Ayomide is a name of Yoruba origin, a prominent ethnic group in Nigeria and Benin Republic. It is a unisex name that means "joy has come" in the Yoruba language. This name is often given to children born after a period of struggle or difficulty as it signifies hope and happiness. The name Ayomide consists of two parts: "Ayò" which means joy, happiness, and "Míde" which means comes. Therefore, when combined they form the phrase "joy has come".
The history of this name dates back centuries among the Yoruba people. It is believed that it was first given to a child born after a time of hardship in a family or community. Over time, the name Ayomide became popular and widespread not only within the Yoruba ethnic group but also among other West African ethnic groups and beyond.
Today, Ayomide is recognized as an international name with a deep-rooted cultural significance. It is often chosen by parents who wish to instill hope and happiness into their child's life or those who believe that their child brings joy into the family. Despite its origin being rooted in Africa, Ayomide can be found on birth certificates across the globe, a testament to its universality and appeal.
The name Ayomide has been steadily gaining popularity in the United States over the past three decades, with a significant increase in its usage since the early 2010s.
In the years between 1991 and 2023, there have been a total of 461 babies named Ayomide born in the United States. The first recorded birth was in 1991, with five babies given this name that year. The number of births remained relatively low until 1998, when it doubled to ten.
The early 2000s saw a consistent rise in popularity for Ayomide, with at least ten births each year between 2000 and 2005. There was a notable spike in usage from 2014 onwards, with the number of births increasing significantly compared to previous years.
In 2014, there were 21 babies named Ayomide born in the United States, which more than doubled to 47 births in just two years (2016 and 2017 combined). This trend continued into the late 2010s and early 2020s, with a total of 83 babies named Ayomide born between 2017 and 2023.
The peak popularity of the name Ayomide in the United States occurred in 2018, with 36 births recorded that year. This was a significant increase from the previous year's 29 births and set a new record for the highest number of babies named Ayomide born in a single year.
Despite fluctuations in popularity over time, it is clear that Ayomide has established itself as a prominent name choice for parents in the United States. The consistent rise in its usage since the early 2010s suggests that this trend may continue into future years.