UK girl's name
Adaeze
Feminine name of Igbo origin meaning "daughter of the kings/royalty".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Adaeze is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Adaeze popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #1894, with 15 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2023, with 20 births.
This profile covers 233 England and Wales registrations across 28 recorded years from 1996 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 232 living people in the UK are called Adaeze. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Adaeze ranked #1894 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 15 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2023, when 20 girls were registered as Adaeze.
- • About 232 living people in the UK are estimated to have Adaeze as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#1894
2024
Births in 2024
15
Latest year
Peak year
2023
20 births
Estimated living
232
2026
Meaning
What does Adaeze mean?
The name Adaeze originates from the Igbo language spoken predominantly in southeastern Nigeria. It is a compound word derived from the Igbo words "Ada" meaning "daughter" and "eze" meaning "king" or "royalty". Therefore, the name Adaeze translates to "daughter of a king" or "princess".
This name has its roots in the rich cultural heritage of the Igbo people, who have a long history of organized kingdoms and chieftaincy systems. The name is believed to have been in use for centuries, reflecting the importance placed on lineage and royal ancestry within Igbo society.
While no specific historical references to the name Adaeze in ancient texts or religious scriptures have been found, it is likely that the name was used by noble families and those with royal connections in various Igbo communities throughout the centuries.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Adaeze can be found in the 19th century, with Adaeze Okafor (1835-1912), who was a prominent trader and community leader in the town of Arochukwu, in present-day Abia State, Nigeria.
Another notable figure in history with the name Adaeze was Adaeze Nwafor (1890-1976), a respected traditional healer and herbalist from Enugu State, whose knowledge of medicinal plants and healing practices was widely recognized.
In the realm of literature, Adaeze Shyngle (born 1990) is a Ghanaian-Nigerian actress and writer who has gained recognition for her work in both film and literature, including her debut novel "The Promisors" published in 2019.
Adaeze Wilcox (born 1982) is a Nigerian-American entrepreneur and philanthropist who founded the non-profit organization "Girls for Girls" which aims to empower young women in underserved communities through education and mentorship programs.
Lastly, Adaeze Okeke (born 1965) is a Nigerian fashion designer and entrepreneur who has been instrumental in promoting and popularizing traditional Igbo textile designs and clothing styles both locally and internationally.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have carried the name Adaeze, a name that continues to hold significance and pride within the Igbo culture and beyond.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Adaeze over time
The chart below shows babies named Adaeze registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Adaeze, the clearest high point is 2023. The latest England and Wales figure is 15 births in 2024, compared with 20 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Adaeze by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Adaeze was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #2119 | 68 | 5 |
| 2010s | #3122 | 82 | 10 |
| 2000s | #2819 | 66 | 9 |
| 1990s | #3056 | 17 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Adaeze
- Amelia 94,830
- Ava 54,556
- Amy 52,495
- Alice 46,815
- Abigail 45,658
- Amber 31,922
- Anna 27,802
- Alexandra 19,455
- Amelie 18,051
- Abbie 15,971
- Aimee 15,158
- Annabelle 15,120
FAQ
Adaeze: questions and answers
How popular is the name Adaeze in the UK right now?
In 2024, Adaeze was ranked #1894 for girls in England and Wales, with 15 births registered.
When was Adaeze most popular?
The peak year on record was 2023, with 20 babies registered as Adaeze in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Adaeze?
Feminine name of Igbo origin meaning "daughter of the kings/royalty".
How many people are called Adaeze in the UK?
A total of 233 babies have been registered as Adaeze across the 28 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.