Adetayo
ah-deh-TAH-yoh
Adetayo is a boy’s name of African origin, meaning “A Yoruba name meaning 'the crown makes happiness' or 'the crown brings joy'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1997.
What Adetayo Means
“A Yoruba name meaning 'the crown makes happiness' or 'the crown brings joy'.”
The Story of Adetayo
Picture a name that sings of joy, a crown that has literally brought happiness into existence.
Adetayo is a vibrant Yoruba name from Nigeria, meaning 'the crown makes happiness' or 'the crown brings joy.' It first appeared in records in the late 1990s, a bright and cheerful name.
This name perfectly captures the pure delight your son brings into your life. For your child, Adetayo embodies a cheerful spirit and a regal presence, bringing happiness wherever he goes.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#7 in 1997
Total Births
17
First Recorded
1997
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