Holding steady.
Popularity of Ademola since 1977
Babies named Ademola per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 11 |
| 1980s | 17 |
| 1990s | 28 |
| 2000s | 49 |
| 2010s | 35 |
| 2020s | 17 |
Meaning & origin
Ademola is a Yoruba name meaning 'the crown brings honor,' reflecting its cultural roots in Nigerian royalty and prestige. In U.S. Social Security data, the name first appeared in 1977 and achieved its peak usage in 2017. Its trajectory has remained stable over recent decades, indicating steady but modest use within Nigerian-American communities and beyond. While not among the top-ranked names (rank: null), it carries a strong cultural significance.
Ademola is a Yoruba name from Nigeria, formed from the elements 'ade' (crown) and 'mọ́lá' (honor or bring honor). It is traditionally a male name and is often given to signify the honor associated with royalty or leadership. The name has been in use for centuries in Yoruba culture and has spread among diaspora communities.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ade, Demos, Mola
Sibling names for Ademola
Names that share Ademola's style, for a brother or sister.
