Adejah

“Crown or royalty.” — Associated with royalty and leadership

Nigeria origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1068US 2023

1.1kBirths / yr

→Stable

30All-time births

📅 Since 199700

What does Adejah mean and where does it come from?

Adejah is of Yoruba origin and is often associated with royalty and leadership, especially within traditional contexts in Nigeria. The name has connections to various historical figures in Yoruba history, often denoting a strong familial line. With an increase in recognition of African names worldwi

Cultural significance

Adejah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Nigeria-speaking communities, where it reflects values of crown or royalty..

Peak popularity

Reached #15652 in 1997 — currently #1068 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Adejah?

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

Adejah Grace

How popular is Adejah right now?

Holding steady — currently #1068 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#1068 · Top 0.79%

2000

2010

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1068	1,132	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1073	1,112	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#1078	1,082	▲ up 17122 · +21540% births
2010	#18200	5	▼ down 1401
2000	#16799	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Adejah

Best Year2023Rank #1068

Peak Count1,132

Average Rank#7644

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2000 - 20235 years

The story of Adejah

Adejah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1997. With 30 total births recorded, Adejah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #16799 in 2000 to #1068 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Adejah in 1997:

Emily Jessica Ashley Sarah Hannah

Adejah by decade

Adejah peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	5
2000s ★	20
2010s	5

💎Adejah has only 30 total recorded births since 1997 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Adejah?

Common

AdeAdAdieAdyEjah

What names sound and feel like Adejah?

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

American · noble, exalted

Adijah

Hebrew · noble; adorned by

Alejah

USA · noble

Cadejah

American · a modern invented

Ladejah

African · African-American English

Kadejah

American · African-American

Common questions about the name Adejah

What does the name Adejah mean?

Adejah means "Crown or royalty." — 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 Adejah?

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

What is the cultural origin of Adejah?

Adejah 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.

What sibling names go well with Adejah?

Adejah 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.

Is Adejah a common or rare name?

Adejah is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.