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Adediran

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Adediran
GenderMale
Origin
Language(s)Yoruba
Word/nameNigerian
MeaningCrown becomes generational
Region of originSouth-West Nigeria
Other names
Short form(s)
  • Ade
  • Dediran
  • Diran

Adédìran is a Yoruba name meaning "Crown becomes generational".[1] Adediran can also be interpreted as crown becomes a lineage".

Since Ade signifies royalty, the name Adediran can also be interpreted by others to mean "Royalty becomes generational".[2]

It is commonly a surname, but can as well be used as a given name. Its diminutive form is "Dediran".

Notable people bearing the name

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Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran, Nigerian politician

References

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  1. ^ "Adédìran". www.yorubaname.com. Retrieved 2024-10-09.
  2. ^ venere.it (2024-08-19). "The meaning and history of the last name Adediran". Venere. Retrieved 2024-10-09.