Ade Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAH-day / /ˈɑː.deɪ/African; Hebrew
Meaning
African: 'royalty'; Hebrew: 'noble'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ade has roots in various African cultures, particularly among the Yoruba people of Nigeria, where it signifies royalty or nobility. In Hebrew, it is associated with nobility and has been used in various contexts. The name reflects a rich cultural heritage and is often chosen for its positive connotations.
Trend Summary
The name Ade has seen moderate popularity in the U.S., particularly within communities that celebrate African heritage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Aday
- Adey
International Variants
- Adé (French)
- Ade (Yoruba)
Famous people named Ade
Ade Adepitan is a British television presenter and wheelchair basketball player known for his work in sports broadcasting.
Ade Oladipo is a Nigerian-American entrepreneur and philanthropist known for his contributions to community development.
Fictional characters named Ade
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ade was first seen in the United States in 1919. Ade has ranked as high as #1368 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Ade has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ade (2017)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 18 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 15 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2024 | 8 |