Adebayo

“The crown meets joy” — Associated with joy and royalty

Nigeria origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#12376US 2022

5Births / yr

↓Falling

125All-time births

📅 Since 197900

How to pronounce Adebayo

AY·DBAH·YOH

/ˈeɪ.ˈdbɑ.ˈjoʊ/ · stress on AY · 4 syllables

“The crown meets joy”

Associated with joy and royalty · Nigeria origin

What does Adebayo mean and where does it come from?

Adebayo is a traditional Yoruba name commonly given to boys in Nigeria. It combines 'ade', meaning crown or royalty, and 'bayo', which means joy or meets. The name reflects positive attributes associated with joy and royalty. It's often given to signify the family's pride and hopes for the child's f

Cultural significance

Adebayo has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Nigeria-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the crown meets joy.

Peak popularity

Reached #4523 in 1984 — currently #12376 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Adebayo?

Adebayo works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Adebayo Grace

How popular is Adebayo right now?

Falling — down 1329 spots — currently #12376 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2022#12376 · Top 9.1%

2005

2010

2015

2022

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#12376	5	▼ down 1329 · -17% births
2015	#11047	6	▲ up 1726 · +20% births
2010	#12773	5	▼ down 724
2005	#12049	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Adebayo

Best Year2015Rank #11047

Peak Count6

Average Rank#12061

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2005 - 20224 years

The story of Adebayo

Adebayo is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1979. With 125 total births recorded, Adebayo remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #12049 in 2005, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #12376 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Adebayo in 1984:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua David

Adebayo by decade

Adebayo peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	7
1980s	29
1990s ★	48
2000s	15
2010s	26

💎Adebayo has only 125 total recorded births since 1979 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Adebayo?

Common

AdeAdAdieAdyAyo

What names sound and feel like Adebayo?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Adebayo also consider these

Adedayo

Nigeria · Yoruba

Adetayo

Nigeria · Joy has come

Adedapo

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Ifedayo

Nigeria · there is joy

Oladayo

Nigeria · wealth has come

Omotayo

Nigeria · a child brings

Temidayo

Nigeria · Temidayo - 'My

Dayo

Nigeria · Joy arrives

How is Adebayo written in other languages?

Adebayo

YORUBA

Common questions about the name Adebayo

What does the name Adebayo mean?

Adebayo means "The crown meets joy" — a name rooted in Nigeria tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Adebayo?

Adebayo is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Adebayo?

Adebayo originates from Nigeria tradition. Nigeria names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Adebayo?

Adebayo is a four-syllable name pronounced EY1 D B AA1 Y OW1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Adebayo?

Adebayo pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Nigeria heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.