Meaning and history
Adebowale is a Yoruba masculine name from adé, “crown” or “royalty,” and a phrase meaning “has come home,” yielding “the crown has come home.” Yoruba names often express family circumstances, hopes, or status in a complete phrase. The name is used in Nigeria and the Yoruba diaspora. Notable bearers include British actor Adebowale Akinnuoye-Agbaje and Nigerian footballer Adebowale Ogungbure. Tone marks may be included in fuller Yoruba orthography.
In 2018, 5 babies were recorded with the name Adebowale, ranking #12,156 among boys.