Holding steady, #11,932 for girls today.
Popularity of Folasade since 1985
Babies named Folasade per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 57 |
| 1990s | 115 |
| 2000s | 117 |
| 2010s | 88 |
| 2020s | 49 |
Meaning & origin
Folasade is a Yoruba name drawn from the phrase "Èyí tí a fi ọlá ṣe adé," celebrating honor as the foundation of royalty. First recorded in the United States in 1985, it reached its peak rank of #11,932 in 1996. The name has remained consistently rare, with a 2025 incidence of 1 in 229,610 newborns, reflecting its strong cultural specificity. Its trajectory is stable, indicating a small but steady rate of use among families valuing Yoruba heritage. The name is best known through the British-Nigerian singer Sade Adu (born Helen Folasade Adu), though no individual bearers are listed here. Despite its rarity, Folasade carries a profound meaning and a melodic sound, making it a distinctive choice with deep roots in Yoruba naming traditions.
Folasade is a Yoruba name from the phrase "Èyí tí a fi ọlá ṣe adé," meaning "Honor has made a crown." It is part of a tradition of names that express the value of honor and dignity. The name gained limited use outside Nigeria in the late 20th century, particularly in the United Kingdom and the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sade
Sibling names for Folasade
Names that share Folasade's style, for a brother or sister.
