Adekunle
Meaningthe crown fills the house · Yoruba
Adekunle is an African boy name meaning “the crown fills the house”, with Yoruba roots. Yoruba names often tell a story, such as the circumstances of a child's birth or a family's hopes. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Adekunle would score 13 points, thanks largely to the K (worth 5).
- GenerationAdekunle peaked in 1993, which makes it a Millennial name. The typical Adekunle you'd meet today is about 32 years old.
- HistoryAdekunle first shows up in US birth records in 1981, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 44 years since.
US births per million boys, 1981–2025
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About the name Adekunle
Adekunle is a boy name of African origin meaning “the crown fills the house”. With 4 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, and plenty of room for a nickname, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It hit its peak in the 1990s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:African names
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Questions about the name Adekunle
What does the name Adekunle mean?
Adekunle means “the crown fills the house” and comes from Yoruba. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Stevie (“crown”), Steven (“crown”), Stephen (“crown”) and Esteban (“crown”).
What is the origin of the name Adekunle?
Adekunle is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Yoruba. Other African names to consider are Cairo (“the victorious”), Asa (“healer”), Zaire (“river”) and Omari (“long-lived”).
Is Adekunle a boy or girl name?
Adekunle is a boy name.
How popular is the name Adekunle?
Adekunle is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2022. It peaked at #5,002 in 1993, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Adekunle?
If you like Adekunle, you might also like Stevie, Steven, Stephen and Esteban.
What should I know before naming my baby Adekunle?
Adekunle is an African boy name meaning “the crown fills the house”, with Yoruba roots. Yoruba names often tell a story, such as the circumstances of a child's birth or a family's hopes. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.