ADEJUMO
Adejumo
Adejumo is a British surname of African origins, particularly Nigerian. The name is derived from the Yoruba language, with "Ade" meaning crown and "jumo" meaning to bestow, thus conveying the concept of royalty or honour.
The Adejumo surname is often associated with individuals who have lineage or ancestry tracing back to the Yoruba people of Nigeria. Within the Nigerian context, surnames often carry significant cultural and historical significance, representing a person's family background, societal status, or even their place of origin.
While relatively uncommon in Britain, the surname Adejumo is a testament to the rich cultural diversity and heritage present within the British population. Individuals bearing this surname may have connections to both Nigerian and British cultural traditions, embodying the fusion of different heritages and identities.
The prevalence of the Adejumo surname outside of Nigeria serves as a reminder of the global interconnectedness and migration patterns that have shaped the modern British society. Through the presence of such surnames, the tapestry of British culture is enriched by the diverse contributions of individuals from around the world.
There are approximately 370 people named Adejumo in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Adejumo.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adedayo
- Adekunle
- Aderemi
- Adewale
- Israel
- Michael
- Richard
- Samuel
- Simon
- Stephen
Female
- Adebola
- Adeola
- Aderonke
- Antonia
- Bolanle
- Helen
- Hilda
- Olayinka
- Olubunmi
- Victoria