Holding steady.
Popularity of Adenike since 1972
Babies named Adenike per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 58 |
| 1980s | 46 |
| 1990s | 50 |
| 2000s | 56 |
| 2010s | 15 |
| 2020s | 12 |
Meaning & origin
Adenike is a distinctive Yoruba name that entered the United States naming landscape in 1972, reflecting the diaspora's cultural roots. Its usage peaked modestly in 1992, and since then the name has maintained a stable, low-frequency presence, never breaking into the top 1000. The name's meaning, derived from 'ade' (crown) and 'nike' (to care for), carries a sense of regal responsibility. While no state has recorded a significant concentration of Adenikes, its lasting presence in U.S. birth records points to its continued, if rare, use by families honoring Yoruba heritage.
Adenike originates from the Yoruba language of southwestern Nigeria. It is a feminine name formed from the elements 'ade' meaning 'crown' and 'nike' meaning 'to care for' or 'to cherish'. The name thus conveys the idea that the crown (royalty) is cared for or protected.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nike, Deen, Addy
Sibling names for Adenike
Names that share Adenike's style, for a brother or sister.
