Demilade
/Deh-mee-lah-deh/
Demilade is a Yoruba boy's name pronounced /Deh-mee-lah-deh/. A powerful name meaning that God has crowned the child with royalty and honor.
Meaning of Demilade
A powerful name meaning that God has crowned the child with royalty and honor.
Demilade is a Yoruba name derived from the components 'Olúwa' (God), 'dé' (to crown or cover), and 'adé' (crown). It signifies a divine bestowal of royalty, implying that the child is born into honor or that God has provided a crown for the family.
- Origin
- Yoruba
- Pronunciation
- /Deh-mee-lah-deh/
Cultural background
The name is prevalent among the Yoruba people of Southwestern Nigeria and is used to reflect a family's gratitude for a child's noble status. It is typically given to children born into royal lineages or families expressing spiritual devotion.
Variations & nicknames
- Oluwademilade
- Demi
- Demmy
- Damilade
Famous people named Demilade
Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.
Demilade Adekanlo
Professional Nigerian footballer playing as a defender.
Sport · 2020s-present
Demilade Adeniran
Prominent Nigerian visual artist and photographer.
Arts · 2010s-present
Demilade Morakinyo
Social media personality and lifestyle content creator.
Digital Media · 2020s-present
Frequently asked about Demilade
- What does Demilade mean?
- Demilade means 'God has crowned me' or 'God crowned me with royalty' in the Yoruba language.
- How do you pronounce Demilade?
- It is pronounced De-mee-LAH-day, with equal stress on syllables and a soft 'e' sound.
- Is Demilade a boy or girl name?
- Demilade is a unisex name, though it is more commonly given to boys in Yoruba culture.
- What is the origin of the name Demilade?
- The name originates from the Yoruba ethnic group of West Africa, primarily located in Nigeria and Benin.
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