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Adenike
Pronounced ah-DEH-nee-keh /ɑːˈdɛ.ni.kɛ/Medium
Meaning: From the Yoruba Adenike, 'the crown is to be cherished; the crown deserves to be cared for' (ade, 'crown; royalty'). A name of honor and worth, which we note respectfully.Low
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History & Origin
Adenike comes from the Yoruba for 'the crown is to be cherished,' built on ade ('crown; royalty'). A name of dignity and care, which we note respectfully — rare in the U.S. (said 'ah-DEH-nee-keh').
It appears rarely in the U.S., mostly in Yoruba and Nigerian families. Rare, regal, and honored.
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What does the name Adenike mean?
Adenike is Yoruba for 'the crown is to be cherished; worth caring for,' from ade ('crown; royalty'). We note it respectfully.
How do you pronounce Adenike?
It's said ah-DEH-nee-keh /ɑːˈdɛ.ni.kɛ/ — four syllables, stress on the second.
Is Adenike a boy or girl name?
Adenike is a girl's name.
How popular is Adenike?
Adenike is a rare name in the U.S.