Rising since 2021, #10,107 for girls today.
Popularity of Adesuwa since 1983
Babies named Adesuwa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 23 |
| 1990s | 32 |
| 2000s | 23 |
| 2010s | 58 |
| 2020s | 28 |
Meaning & origin
Adesuwa is a distinctive name of Edo origin from southern Nigeria, carrying a deeply aspirational meaning tied to family hopes for future children. In the United States, it first appeared in records in 1983, and it reached its peak popularity in 2023. The name has been on a rising trajectory since 2021, and in the latest year of data, 2025, it ranked 10,107th with a frequency of 1 in every 178,585 births. While its top states are not listed, its usage is likely concentrated in communities with Nigerian heritage. Adesuwa stands out for its melodic sound and cultural richness without being widely known, making it a poignant choice for families who value meaningful, culturally rooted names.
Adesuwa is a female name from the Edo (Bini) language of southern Nigeria. It translates to 'the child that we are still waiting for' or 'the one who will arrive next,' often given to a daughter born after a period of waiting or to express desire for further children. Among the Edo people, names often reflect circumstances of birth or parental aspirations. Adesuwa is also used in the wider Nigerian diaspora.
“Adesuwa” around the world
Where Adesuwa lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ade, Suwa, Desuwa
Sibling names for Adesuwa
Names that share Adesuwa's style, for a brother or sister.
