UK boy's name
Adedotun
A Yoruba name meaning "the crown or royalty brings happiness".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2010. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Adedotun is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Adedotun popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2010 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4678, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2000, with 3 births.
This profile covers 9 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2000 to 2010. 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 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 9 living people in the UK are called Adedotun. 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 2011 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Adedotun ranked #4678 for boys in England and Wales in 2010, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2000, when 3 boys were registered as Adedotun.
- • About 9 living people in the UK are estimated to have Adedotun as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4678
2010
Births in 2010
3
Latest year
Peak year
2000
3 births
Estimated living
9
2026
Meaning
What does Adedotun mean?
The name Adedotun originates from the Yoruba language spoken in southwestern Nigeria and parts of Benin. It is a compound name formed by combining the words "Ade" meaning "crown" and "Dotun" meaning "sweet". Together, Adedotun can be interpreted as "sweet crown" or "sweet royalty".
The Yoruba people have a rich cultural heritage dating back centuries, with a strong emphasis on naming traditions reflecting various aspects of life, nature, and personal attributes. The name Adedotun likely emerged during the pre-colonial era of the Yoruba kingdoms, but its exact origin remains uncertain.
While there are no definitive historical references to the name Adedotun in ancient texts or religious scriptures, the practice of bestowing meaningful names has been an integral part of Yoruba culture for generations. The name may have been given to children born into royal families or those with a sweet disposition.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Adedotun can be found in the 19th century, when it was borne by Adedotun Oguntemihu, a prominent Yoruba trader and philanthropist who lived from 1840 to 1910. He was known for his generosity and contributions to the development of his community.
Another notable figure in history with the name Adedotun was Adedotun Ayokulehin (1898-1978), a Nigerian poet and playwright who played a significant role in the preservation and promotion of Yoruba literature and culture.
In the 20th century, Adedotun Oloko (1908-1990) was a Nigerian educator and administrator who served as the principal of several prestigious schools and contributed to the development of education in the country.
Adedotun Adeleke (1940-2008), a Nigerian businessman and industrialist, founded the Adeleke Group, a conglomerate with interests in various sectors, including agriculture, manufacturing, and real estate.
More recently, Adedotun Adesanya (born 1972) is a Nigerian actor and film producer who has starred in numerous Nollywood movies and has been recognized for his contributions to the Nigerian entertainment industry.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have borne the name Adedotun, reflecting its cultural significance and connection to the Yoruba heritage.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Adedotun over time
The chart below shows babies named Adedotun registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2000 to 2010. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Adedotun, the clearest high point is 2000. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2010, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Adedotun by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Adedotun 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4678 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #3734 | 6 | 2 |
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- Aaron 36,366
- Alex 32,729
- Andrew 20,169
- Arlo 19,061
- Aidan 16,776
- Albie 16,017
- Albert 15,809
FAQ
Adedotun: questions and answers
How popular is the name Adedotun in the UK right now?
In 2010, Adedotun was ranked #4678 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Adedotun most popular?
The peak year on record was 2000, with 3 babies registered as Adedotun in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Adedotun?
A Yoruba name meaning "the crown or royalty brings happiness".
How many people are called Adedotun in the UK?
A total of 9 babies have been registered as Adedotun across the 3 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.