Holding steady.
Popularity of Adetokunbo since 1976
Babies named Adetokunbo per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1991, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Adetokunbo's real moment was 1976.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 13 |
| 1980s | 35 |
| 1990s | 25 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 26 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Adetokunbo is a distinctive name with deep cultural roots in the Yoruba tradition. First recorded in United States data in 1976, it has never entered the ranked top 1000 names, reflecting its rarity as an African heritage name in the U.S. The name maintains a stable trajectory over recent decades, with its peak recorded number of births also occurring in 1976. Its unique meaning, 'born in a foreign land,' gives it a sense of identity and connection to family history. As a name that has not appeared in any state's top baby name lists, it remains an uncommon and meaningful choice for families wishing to honor their Yoruba heritage.
Adetokunbo is a Yoruba name from southwestern Nigeria. It is typically given to a child born abroad, reflecting the family's travels or relocation. The name literally translates to 'the crown has returned from across the sea,' where 'ade' means crown, 'to' means from, 'okun' means sea, and 'bo' means to return.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Toks, Ade, Tokunbo
Sibling names for Adetokunbo
Names that share Adetokunbo's style, for a brother or sister.
