Aduke
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| Gender | Female |
|---|---|
| Language(s) | Yoruba |
| Origin | |
| Language(s) | Nigeria |
| Meaning | One we eagerly compete to care for |
| Region of origin | Southwest |
Àdùkẹ́ is a Nigerian Yoruba name given to a female child, meaning "One we eagerly compete to care for".[1] Àdùkẹ́ falls under the name category, Orúkọ Oríkì(Panegyrics) in Yoruba language metaphorically used to convey deep meanings and highlight the virtues or characteristics of a person. The name, Àdùkẹ́ reflects the deep value placed on love and affection in Yoruba culture, evoking feelings of warmth, tenderness, and affection.[1][2]
Notable people bearing the name
[edit]- Aduke Alakija, Nigerian Lawyer (1921–2016)
- Remi Aduke Adedeji, Nigerian Writer (Born 1937)
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Àdùkẹ́". www.yorubaname.com. Retrieved 2024-10-13.
- ^ "Aduke - Girl Name Meaning and Pronunciation". 2024-06-23. Retrieved 2024-10-13.