Find out how popular the first name Adisa has been for the last 49 years (from 1975 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Adisa by gender

Based on the last 49 years of data, Adisa is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 59% of people named Adisa being female.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Adisa.

The history of the first name Adisa

The name Adisa has its origins in the Yoruba language of West Africa, particularly in present-day Nigeria. It is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, around the 15th or 16th century. The name is derived from the Yoruba words "Adi" meaning "crown" and "isha" meaning "work" or "labor," suggesting a meaning of "one whose work is a crown" or "one whose work is noble."

Some scholars trace the name's roots to an ancient Yoruba proverb or saying that highlights the importance of diligence and hard work. However, there is no definitive historical reference or ancient text that clearly mentions the name Adisa in its earliest form.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Adisa can be found in the 18th century, with a notable figure named Adisa Akinogun (birth and death years unknown), a respected warrior and military leader from the Oyo Empire, a prominent Yoruba kingdom of that time.

Another historical figure bearing the name Adisa is Adisa Ogunlesi (1917-1990), a Nigerian engineer and academic who played a pivotal role in the development of engineering education in Nigeria. He served as the first Nigerian principal of the prestigious Yaba College of Technology in Lagos.

In the realm of literature, Adisa Bello (1915-1981) was a renowned Nigerian novelist and playwright, best known for his novel "The Dialects of Life" and his play "The Inheritance," which explored themes of tradition and modernity in Nigerian society.

Moving to the arts, Adisa Andwele (1934-2019) was an American painter, sculptor, and printmaker, recognized for her vibrant and symbolic works that celebrated African and African-American culture and heritage.

Lastly, Adisa Bakari (1901-1981) was a Tanzanian politician and one of the founding members of the Tanganyika African National Union (TANU), the political party that led the struggle for independence in what is now Tanzania.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have borne the name Adisa throughout history, highlighting its rich cultural heritage and diverse applications across various fields and regions.

Data source

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