Sade Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHAH-day / /ʃɑːˈdeɪ/African; Yoruba
Meaning
Yoruba: honor confers a crown; African: a name of beauty
Historical & Cultural Background
Sade is a name of Yoruba origin, commonly used in Nigeria. It is often associated with the phrase 'honor confers a crown,' reflecting cultural values of respect and dignity. The name has gained international recognition, especially due to the influence of notable figures in music and arts. It is predominantly used for females but has been adopted for boys in some contexts.
Trend Summary
The name Sade has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with notable peaks during the 1980s and 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shade
- Shadé
International Variants
- Sade (Yoruba)
- Shadé (Yoruba)
Famous people named Sade
Sade Adu is a British-Nigerian singer, known for her smooth jazz and soul music.
Sade Baderinwa is an American television news anchor, recognized for her work in journalism.
Fictional characters named Sade
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sade was first seen in the United States in 1985. Sade has ranked as high as #1179 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in District of Columbia. In the past 5 years the name Sade has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sade (1989)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DC | 10 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 17 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 6 |