Olawale is of Nigerian origin, specifically Yoruba, one of the major ethnic groups in Nigeria and West Africa. It's composed of two elements: "Ola," which means "wealth," and "Wale," signifying "meets up with." Thus, Olawale translates to "Wealth has met me" or "I have found wealth." This name is often given to children as a prayer for prosperity and abundance. It's pronounced /o-la-wa-le/, with the stress on the third syllable.
"The name Olawale experienced fluctuations in popularity over the decades, with peak years being 1980, 1993, and 2021, each having 7 births. The total number of babies named Olawale from 1980 to 2021 is 120."