Adika
A Hindu masculine name meaning "first" or "beginning."
Name Census estimates that about 12 living Americans carry the first name Adika. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Adika today is around 48 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Adika births was 1978 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Adika. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Adika. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
12
~ 1 in 28,562,862 Americans
Peak year
1978
7 babies that year
Average age
48
years old
1979 SSA rank
#5,363
Tracked since 1978
Popularity
Adika: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Adika by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Adika during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 13 | 0 | 13 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Adika
The name Adika is believed to have originated in the Yoruba language, spoken primarily in southwestern Nigeria and neighboring regions of West Africa. The earliest known usage of the name dates back to the 15th century, during the height of the Oyo Empire.
Adika is derived from the Yoruba word "adika," which means "one who is brave" or "one who is courageous." This suggests that the name was initially bestowed upon individuals who displayed exceptional valor and strength of character.
In Yoruba mythology, Adika was the name of a legendary warrior who fought alongside the gods to protect the kingdom from invading forces. This ancient tale highlights the significance of the name and its association with bravery and heroism.
One of the earliest recorded individuals bearing the name Adika was a renowned Yoruba warrior and military strategist who lived in the late 16th century. His exploits on the battlefield and his strategic prowess earned him a place in the annals of Yoruba history.
Another notable figure with the name Adika was a prominent Yoruba chief who lived in the 18th century. He played a pivotal role in negotiating peace treaties and fostering diplomatic relations between neighboring kingdoms, earning him widespread respect and admiration.
In the early 19th century, an influential Yoruba scholar and philosopher named Adika made significant contributions to the intellectual discourse of his time. His writings on ethics, spirituality, and social justice continue to be studied and celebrated today.
During the late 19th century, a Yoruba artist named Adika gained recognition for his intricate wood carvings and sculptures, which depicted scenes from traditional Yoruba life and mythology. His works are now displayed in various museums and art galleries around the world.
Adika was also the name of a revered Yoruba priestess and spiritual leader who lived in the early 20th century. She was renowned for her deep knowledge of traditional Yoruba beliefs, rituals, and healing practices, and her teachings inspired many followers.
While the name Adika has its roots in the Yoruba culture, it has transcended geographical boundaries and gained popularity across different regions and cultures over time, resonating with its powerful meaning and historical significance.
People
Adika + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Adika as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Adika: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Adika?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 12 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Adika going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 28,562,862 US residents.
Is Adika a common name?
We classify Adika as "Very Rare". It ranks above 32.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 13 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Adika most popular?
The single biggest year for Adika was 1978, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Adika is about 48 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Adika in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Adika a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Adika in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Adika still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Adika in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Adika can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Adika?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.