All about the name ADETOKUNBO

Meaning, origin, history.

Adetokunbo is a unique and distinctive name of Yoruba origin, a prominent ethnic group in Nigeria, West Africa. The name Adetokunbo is composed of three parts: "Ade", "Toko", and "bo".

"Ade" is derived from the Yoruba word "ade" which means "crown". It symbolizes royalty, honor, and dignity.

"Toko" comes from the Yoruba phrase "oto koto", which translates to "the one who brings wealth or prosperity". This part of the name signifies abundance, success, and good fortune.

The final part, "bo", is a common suffix used in many Yoruba names. It can mean various things depending on the context but often indicates a wish or desire for something positive.

When combined, Adetokunbo means "The crown brings wealth". This name has been carried by prominent figures throughout history, including Adetokunbo Ajasin, a Nigerian politician who served as Governor of Ondo State from 1979 to 1983. The name Adetokunbo thus carries a rich heritage and conveys a sense of power, prosperity, and royalty.

See also

Yoruba
Nigeria

Popularity of the name ADETOKUNBO since 1880.

Number of births per year since 1880.

The statistics provided show the annual births of the name Adetokunbo in the United States from 1976 to 2018. Over this period of 43 years, there were a total of 104 babies named Adetokunbo born in the US.

The peak year for the name was 2017 with 8 births recorded that year. The years with the highest number of births after 2017 were 1976 and 1982, each with 7 births. On average, there were approximately 2 births per year of the name Adetokunbo during this period.

While the popularity of the name has varied over time, it is notable that even in years with fewer births (such as 1983 and 1990 with only 5 births each), there was still a consistent presence of the name Adetokunbo among newborns in the United States. This indicates that despite fluctuations in popularity, the name has maintained some level of continuity over time.

In recent years, from 2016 to 2018, there has been an increase in the number of births with the name Adetokunbo, suggesting a possible resurgence in its popularity. However, further data would be needed to determine whether this trend continues into subsequent years.