Adetokunbo
Meaningthe crown came from overseas · Yoruba
Adetokunbo is an African boy name meaning “the crown came from overseas”, 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, Adetokunbo would score 17 points, thanks largely to the K (worth 5).
- GenerationAdetokunbo peaked in 1976, which makes it a Gen X name. The typical Adetokunbo you'd meet today is about 49 years old.
- HistoryAdetokunbo first shows up in US birth records in 1976, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 49 years since.
US births per million boys, 1976–2025
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About the name Adetokunbo
Adetokunbo is a boy name of African origin meaning “the crown came from overseas”. With 5 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 1970s, 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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- Unisex name: Cairo · the victorious
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- Unisex name: Zaire · river
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Questions about the name Adetokunbo
What does the name Adetokunbo mean?
Adetokunbo means “the crown came from overseas” and comes from Yoruba.
What is the origin of the name Adetokunbo?
Adetokunbo 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 Adetokunbo a boy or girl name?
Adetokunbo is a boy name.
How popular is the name Adetokunbo?
Adetokunbo is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2018. It peaked at #4,418 in 1976, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What should I know before naming my baby Adetokunbo?
Adetokunbo is an African boy name meaning “the crown came from overseas”, 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.