UK boy's name
Adeolu
Crown bestowed; wealthy crown.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2011. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Adeolu is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Adeolu popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2011 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4647, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2007, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2007 to 2011. 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 6 living people in the UK are called Adeolu. 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 2012 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Adeolu ranked #4647 for boys in England and Wales in 2011, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2007, when 3 boys were registered as Adeolu.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Adeolu as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4647
2011
Births in 2011
3
Latest year
Peak year
2007
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Adeolu mean?
The name Adeolu originates from the Yoruba language spoken in parts of West Africa, primarily in present-day Nigeria. It dates back to the 14th century when the Yoruba people formed a powerful empire in the region. Adeolu is a compound name derived from the words "Ade" meaning "crown" and "Olu" meaning "wealth" or "prosperity."
The name carries a rich cultural significance, reflecting the Yoruba people's reverence for royalty, wealth, and prosperity. It was often given to children born into noble or affluent families, with the expectation that they would embody the qualities of leadership and abundance.
In Yoruba mythology, Adeolu is believed to be a name associated with the Orisha (deity) Oshun, the goddess of fertility, love, and wealth. Oshun is celebrated for her ability to bestow blessings of abundance and prosperity upon her devotees.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Adeolu can be found in the 16th century, during the reign of the Oyo Empire. It was the name of a prominent ruler who was known for his wise leadership and successful expansion of the empire's territory.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Adeolu. One such figure is Adeolu Ademiluyi (1932-2009), a renowned Nigerian playwright, actor, and cultural ambassador who played a significant role in promoting Yoruba literature and theatre.
Another prominent Adeolu was Adeolu Akande (1971-present), a Nigerian academic and politician who served as the Executive Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) from 2012 to 2016.
In the realm of sports, Adeolu Eletu (1957-present) is a former Nigerian football player who represented his country in international competitions and is considered one of the greatest strikers in Nigerian football history.
Adeolu Daramola (1957-2017) was a prominent Nigerian actor and filmmaker who gained recognition for his roles in numerous Yoruba movies and television series, contributing significantly to the growth of the Nigerian film industry.
Adeolu Olusunkanmi Diya (1942-present) is a retired Nigerian military officer who served as the Chief of General Staff during the military regime of General Sani Abacha in the 1990s.
These are just a few examples of the notable individuals who have carried the name Adeolu throughout history, reflecting the name's enduring presence and cultural significance within the Yoruba community and beyond.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Adeolu over time
The chart below shows babies named Adeolu registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2007 to 2011. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Adeolu, the clearest high point is 2007. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2011, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Adeolu by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Adeolu 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 | #4647 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #4333 | 3 | 1 |
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Names similar to Adeolu
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- 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
Adeolu: questions and answers
How popular is the name Adeolu in the UK right now?
In 2011, Adeolu was ranked #4647 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Adeolu most popular?
The peak year on record was 2007, with 3 babies registered as Adeolu in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Adeolu?
Crown bestowed; wealthy crown.
How many people are called Adeolu in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Adeolu across the 2 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.