Holding steady, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Adewale since 1974
Babies named Adewale per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 32 |
| 1980s | 39 |
| 1990s | 29 |
| 2000s | 17 |
| 2010s | 54 |
| 2020s | 39 |
Meaning & origin
Adewale is a Yoruba name meaning 'the crown has come home,' reflecting deep cultural significance in Nigerian naming traditions. Despite its strong roots, it remains uncommon in the United States. According to Social Security records, the name first appeared in 1974 and reached its peak rank of 5,752 in 1995. As of 2025, it ranks 12,008th with a frequency of 1 in 341,615 births. The name's trajectory is stable, indicating consistent but minimal use, likely concentrated among families of Yoruba heritage.
Adewale is a Yoruba name from Nigeria, formed from the elements 'ade' (crown) and 'wale' (has come home). It is a common name among Yoruba-speaking people, often given to boys born into families with royal lineage or as an expression of hope that the child will bring honor. The name has seen modest use in the United States since the 1970s, primarily within African diaspora communities.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ade, Wale, Dewale
Sibling names for Adewale
Names that share Adewale's style, for a brother or sister.
