UK girl's name
Adelola
A feminine name of Yoruba origin meaning "crown welcomes the wealth".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2021. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Adelola is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Adelola popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2021 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5581, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2021, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2021 to 2021. 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.
Adelola is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Adelola. 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 2022 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Adelola ranked #5581 for girls in England and Wales in 2021, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2021, when 3 girls were registered as Adelola.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Adelola as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5581
2021
Births in 2021
3
Latest year
Peak year
2021
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Adelola mean?
The name Adelola originates from the Yoruba language spoken in southwestern Nigeria and neighboring regions. It is a compound name derived from the Yoruba words "Ade" meaning "crown" or "royalty," and "Ola" meaning "wealth" or "honor." Together, the name Adelola translates to "the wealth or honor of a crown" or "crowned with wealth and honor."
The Yoruba people have a rich cultural heritage dating back several centuries, and their naming traditions often reflect their values and beliefs. The name Adelola likely emerged during the height of the Yoruba kingdoms and empires, such as the Oyo Empire, which flourished from the 16th to the 19th century.
While the name Adelola does not appear to have any direct historical references in ancient texts or religious scriptures, its meaning and cultural significance are deeply rooted in the Yoruba tradition. The earliest recorded examples of the name are found in various historical records and genealogical accounts from the Yoruba region.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Adelola. One of the earliest recorded examples is Adelola Adedoyin (1880-1964), a prominent Nigerian educator and social reformer. She pioneered the establishment of several schools and played a significant role in promoting education for women in Nigeria during the colonial era.
Another notable Adelola was Adelola Adeloye (1915-1988), a Nigerian lawyer and politician who served as the Attorney General and Minister of Justice in the Western Region of Nigeria during the 1960s.
Adelola Omowunmi Adeloye (born 1956) is a Nigerian academic and medical researcher who has made significant contributions to the study of sickle cell disease and other genetic disorders in Africa.
Adelola Adeloye-Rotimi (born 1968) is a Nigerian-American actress and writer known for her roles in several television series and films, including "The Blacklist" and "American Hustle."
Adelola Odunsi (born 1988) is a British-Nigerian singer and songwriter who performs under the stage name Kah-Lo. She has gained recognition for her unique blend of R&B, soul, and electronic music.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Adelola throughout history, showcasing its cultural significance and the diverse fields in which it has been represented.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Adelola by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Adelola 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 | #5581 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Adelola
- 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
Adelola: questions and answers
How popular is the name Adelola in the UK right now?
In 2021, Adelola was ranked #5581 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Adelola most popular?
The peak year on record was 2021, with 3 babies registered as Adelola in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Adelola?
A feminine name of Yoruba origin meaning "crown welcomes the wealth".
How many people are called Adelola in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Adelola across the 1 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.