UK boy's name
Adeyemi
A Yoruba name meaning "the crown adorns me" or "the crown befits me".
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.
Adeyemi is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Adeyemi popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4270, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2022, with 5 births.
This profile covers 34 England and Wales registrations across 9 recorded years from 1998 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 80% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 34 living people in the UK are called Adeyemi. 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
- • Adeyemi ranked #4270 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2022, when 5 boys were registered as Adeyemi.
- • About 34 living people in the UK are estimated to have Adeyemi as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4270
2024
Births in 2024
4
Latest year
Peak year
2022
5 births
Estimated living
34
2026
Meaning
What does Adeyemi mean?
The name Adeyemi originates from the Yoruba language of West Africa, primarily spoken in Nigeria, Togo, and Benin. It is a compound name derived from the Yoruba words "Ade" meaning "crown" or "royalty," and "Yemi" meaning "to admire" or "to extol." This combination suggests that the name Adeyemi signifies "one who is admired or extolled like royalty."
The Yoruba people have a rich cultural heritage dating back centuries, and their naming traditions often reflect their values, beliefs, and aspirations. The name Adeyemi likely emerged during the era of the powerful Yoruba kingdoms, such as the Oyo Empire, which flourished between the 16th and 19th centuries.
While there are no direct references to the name Adeyemi in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it is possible that the name was used by members of the Yoruba nobility or royalty during these periods. The earliest recorded examples of the name are difficult to pinpoint, as written records from that time are scarce.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Adeyemi. One of the most famous was Adeyemi Alakija (1915-1988), a Nigerian lawyer and politician who served as the first Minister of Health and Social Services in the Western Region of Nigeria from 1952 to 1959. Another prominent figure was Adeyemi Bero (1938-2022), a Nigerian writer and poet who made significant contributions to the literary world.
In the realm of sports, Adeyemi Adekunle (born 1976) is a former Nigerian footballer who played as a defender for various clubs in Nigeria and Europe. Adeyemi Olajide (born 1983) is a Nigerian-born British boxer who has competed in multiple weight classes and held several titles.
Adeyemi Adefemi (born 1986) is a Nigerian-American actor and filmmaker known for his work in independent films and television shows. He has garnered critical acclaim for his performances and has been recognized with several awards and nominations.
It is important to note that while these individuals have made significant contributions in their respective fields, the name Adeyemi has a rich cultural significance that extends beyond these examples. Its origins in the Yoruba language and its association with admiration and royalty continue to resonate within the Yoruba community and beyond.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Adeyemi over time
The chart below shows babies named Adeyemi registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1998 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 Adeyemi, the clearest high point is 2022. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2024, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Adeyemi by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Adeyemi 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 | #3942 | 13 | 3 |
| 2010s | #4400 | 10 | 3 |
| 2000s | #3223 | 8 | 2 |
| 1990s | #2901 | 3 | 1 |
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- 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
Adeyemi: questions and answers
How popular is the name Adeyemi in the UK right now?
In 2024, Adeyemi was ranked #4270 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Adeyemi most popular?
The peak year on record was 2022, with 5 babies registered as Adeyemi in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Adeyemi?
A Yoruba name meaning "the crown adorns me" or "the crown befits me".
How many people are called Adeyemi in the UK?
A total of 34 babies have been registered as Adeyemi across the 9 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.