Adebola
Adebola combines the Yoruba elements adé “crown, royalty” and ọlá “wealth, honor, prestige,” conveying the idea of royal dignity accompanied by prosperity, honor, and high social standing.
Adebola belongs to the traditional group of Yoruba compound names that combine symbols of kingship and fortune. The element ade refers to the crown and is associated with leadership, nobility, and ancestral authority, while ọlá expresses wealth, blessing, and social respect. Together they create a name that reflects both power and prosperity.
The name has long been given to both boys and girls in southwestern Nigeria and among the Yoruba diaspora. It remains popular in modern times and is often shortened affectionately to Bola, carrying a warm and familiar everyday sound while preserving its prestigious meaning.
- Adebola Williams21st century • Media and entrepreneurship
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- Adebola Emmanuel Sofela21st century • Politics and public service
Nigerian banker and politician serving as Commissioner for Commerce and Industry of Ogun State.
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Is Adebola a boy or girl name?
Adebola is typically a unisex name.
What does Adebola mean?
Adebola combines the Yoruba elements adé “crown, royalty” and ọlá “wealth, honor, prestige,” conveying the idea of royal dignity accompanied by prosperity, honor, and high social standing.
Where does Adebola come from?
Adebola is commonly associated with Yoruba.
What are the forms of Adebola?
Common forms and spellings include: Bola, Ade.
Where is Adebola used?
Adebola is used in naming traditions such as Yoruba.
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