UK girl's name
Aderonke
Yoruba feminine name meaning "the crown attracts honor and blessings".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2009. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Aderonke is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Aderonke popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2009 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5556, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1997, with 5 births.
This profile covers 16 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 1997 to 2009. 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 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 16 living people in the UK are called Aderonke. 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 2010 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Aderonke ranked #5556 for girls in England and Wales in 2009, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1997, when 5 girls were registered as Aderonke.
- • About 16 living people in the UK are estimated to have Aderonke as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5556
2009
Births in 2009
3
Latest year
Peak year
1997
5 births
Estimated living
16
2026
Meaning
What does Aderonke mean?
The given name Aderonke has its origins in the Yoruba language, spoken by the Yoruba people of western Nigeria and parts of Benin and Togo. It is a compound name derived from the words "ade" meaning "crown" or "royalty," and "ronke" meaning "to walk with grace and dignity."
The name Aderonke can be traced back to the 15th century, during the height of the Oyo Empire, one of the most powerful Yoruba kingdoms in pre-colonial Nigeria. It was commonly given to female children born into noble or royal families, reflecting the expectation that they would carry themselves with poise and elegance befitting their status.
While there are no known references to the name Aderonke in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it has been documented in various historical records and accounts from the Oyo Empire era. One notable example is the story of Aderonke, the daughter of a prominent Oyo chief, who was said to have played a pivotal role in resolving a territorial dispute through her diplomatic skills and graceful demeanor.
The earliest recorded use of the name Aderonke dates back to the late 16th century, with mentions in genealogical records and oral histories passed down through generations of Yoruba families. Throughout the centuries, several notable individuals have borne the name Aderonke, including:
1. Aderonke Ademola (1935-2023), a Nigerian educator and former First Lady of Nigeria, known for her advocacy of women's rights and education. 2. Aderonke Adekunle (1968-present), a Nigerian-American actress and singer, known for her roles in various stage productions and television series. 3. Aderonke Apata (1960-present), a Nigerian human rights activist and founder of the African Prison Project, which works to improve conditions in prisons across Africa. 4. Aderonke Shoga (1980-present), a Nigerian-British artist and sculptor, whose works have been exhibited in galleries across Europe and Africa. 5. Aderonke Adeyemi (1975-present), a Nigerian writer and poet, whose works often explore themes of identity, culture, and the experiences of women in contemporary African society.
The name Aderonke has transcended its Yoruba origins and has gained popularity across various cultures and communities, particularly in Nigeria and among the Nigerian diaspora worldwide. Its enduring appeal lies in its beautiful meaning and the rich cultural heritage it represents.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Aderonke over time
The chart below shows babies named Aderonke registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2009. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Aderonke, the clearest high point is 1997. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2009, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Aderonke by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Aderonke 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #4602 | 11 | 3 |
| 1990s | #2738 | 5 | 1 |
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- Amber 31,922
- Anna 27,802
- Alexandra 19,455
- Amelie 18,051
- Abbie 15,971
- Aimee 15,158
- Annabelle 15,120
FAQ
Aderonke: questions and answers
How popular is the name Aderonke in the UK right now?
In 2009, Aderonke was ranked #5556 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Aderonke most popular?
The peak year on record was 1997, with 5 babies registered as Aderonke in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Aderonke?
Yoruba feminine name meaning "the crown attracts honor and blessings".
How many people are called Aderonke in the UK?
A total of 16 babies have been registered as Aderonke across the 4 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.