Adedeji

Q: What is the origin of Adedeji?

Adedeji is of Yoruba origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Adedeji?

According to the latest SSA data, Adedeji is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Adedeji a boy name?

Adedeji is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Crown Becomes Two"

A Yoruba name expressing the idea that a crown has become doubled, often marking lineage or household expansion.

Themes:yorubanigeriaroyaltyheritage

Royal Regal Unique Rare

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Adedeji

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Adedeji did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Adedeji Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Adedeji.

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Adeie

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Aded

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adey

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aded

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deji

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ejiy

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edey

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dej

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Adedeji mean?

Adedeji means "Crown Becomes Two". A Yoruba name expressing the idea that a crown has become doubled, often marking lineage or household expansion.

What is the origin of Adedeji?

Adedeji is of Yoruba origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Adedeji?

According to the latest SSA data, Adedeji is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Adedeji a boy name?

Adedeji is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Adedeji?

Popular nicknames for Adedeji include Adeie, Aded, adey, aded, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Adedeji?

There are many names similar to Adedeji in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginYoruba

Syllables4

Length7 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withA

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Ajani Ayomide Ayinde Ade Akin

Sisters

Ayomide Adeola Abeni Anjolaoluwa Ajani

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