Adenike is a Yoruba feminine given name of West African origin, specifically from Nigeria. It translates to "Crown adorns the face" or "The crown makes the face beautiful," symbolizing elegance and grace. This name has been chosen by many parents in the region for their daughters due to its positive connotation and cultural significance. Adenike is often pronounced as ah-DEH-nee-keh, with a long 'e' sound in the second syllable. It follows the typical Yoruba naming pattern of having a day name followed by an attribute or descriptive word. Despite its African roots, Adenike has gained global recognition and is increasingly used worldwide, contributing to the rich tapestry of multicultural baby names today.
The name Adenike has seen fluctuations in popularity over the decades, with peaks occurring in the late 70s to mid-80s and again around the turn of the millennium. The years 1976 to 1984 showed relatively consistent numbers, while the late 90s and early 2000s saw a resurgence in its use. However, since then, Adenike has not been as popular, with only five births recorded each year from 2010 onwards, including this year (2022). Overall, there have been a total of 230 births named Adenike over the years documented.