UK boy's name
Adedamola
A Nigerian name meaning "the crown or royalty surrounds me with wealth".
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.
Adedamola is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Adedamola popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3254, with 6 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2007, with 7 births.
This profile covers 98 England and Wales registrations across 21 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 86% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 97 living people in the UK are called Adedamola. 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
- • Adedamola ranked #3254 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 6 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2007, when 7 boys were registered as Adedamola.
- • About 97 living people in the UK are estimated to have Adedamola as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3254
2024
Births in 2024
6
Latest year
Peak year
2007
7 births
Estimated living
97
2026
Meaning
What does Adedamola mean?
The name Adedamola originated from the Yoruba language spoken in southwestern Nigeria and parts of neighboring countries like Benin and Togo. It is a compound name formed from the words "Ade" meaning "crown" and "Damola" meaning "wealth brings me peace". Together, the name can be interpreted as "wealth brings me peace and honor".
The Yoruba people trace their roots back to the ancient Oyo Empire, a powerful kingdom that flourished between the 16th and 19th centuries in what is now modern-day Nigeria. The name Adedamola likely emerged during this time period, reflecting the cultural values and aspirations of the Yoruba people.
While there are no known historical references to the name Adedamola in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it has been a popular name among the Yoruba people for centuries. The earliest recorded examples of individuals bearing this name can be found in oral histories and genealogical records dating back several generations.
One of the earliest notable figures with the name Adedamola was Adedamola Adeniji, a prominent Yoruba trader and merchant who lived in the late 18th century. He was renowned for his success in business and his philanthropic efforts, which aligned with the meaning of his name.
Another historical figure was Adedamola Adedeji, a respected Yoruba chief and community leader who played a significant role in the political and cultural affairs of the Oyo Empire in the early 19th century.
In the 20th century, Adedamola Adegbola gained recognition as a pioneering Nigerian educator and advocate for women's rights. Born in 1905, she dedicated her life to promoting education and empowerment for girls and women in Nigeria.
Adedamola Ogundeji, born in 1920, was a renowned Yoruba artist and sculptor. His works celebrated the rich cultural heritage of the Yoruba people and played a pivotal role in preserving and promoting traditional art forms.
More recently, Adedamola Adeogonju, born in 1950, made significant contributions to the field of medicine as a renowned Nigerian physician and researcher. He was instrumental in advancing healthcare access and quality in his country.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who have borne the name Adedamola, reflecting the rich cultural heritage and values associated with this Yoruba name.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Adedamola over time
The chart below shows babies named Adedamola 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 Adedamola, the clearest high point is 2007. The latest England and Wales figure is 6 births in 2024, compared with 7 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Adedamola by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Adedamola 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 | #3613 | 24 | 5 |
| 2010s | #3858 | 30 | 7 |
| 2000s | #2763 | 36 | 7 |
| 1990s | #2443 | 8 | 2 |
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Names similar to Adedamola
- Alfie 86,546
- Alexander 85,525
- Adam 71,855
- Archie 59,965
- Arthur 43,586
- Aaron 36,366
- Alex 32,729
- Andrew 20,169
- Arlo 19,061
- Aidan 16,776
- Albie 16,017
- Albert 15,809
FAQ
Adedamola: questions and answers
How popular is the name Adedamola in the UK right now?
In 2024, Adedamola was ranked #3254 for boys in England and Wales, with 6 births registered.
When was Adedamola most popular?
The peak year on record was 2007, with 7 babies registered as Adedamola in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Adedamola?
A Nigerian name meaning "the crown or royalty surrounds me with wealth".
How many people are called Adedamola in the UK?
A total of 98 babies have been registered as Adedamola across the 21 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.