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Akeredolu

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Akeredolu
GenderMale
Language(s)Yoruba
Origin
Word/nameNigerian
MeaningOne who becomes prominent at a young age
Region of originSouth-west Nigeria

Akeredolu (Akeredolu) is a Nigerian surname of Yoruba origin with layered meanings, typically interpreted as "One who becomes prominent at a young age" or "He who humbles himself to become king." The name reflects qualities of early achievement or humility leading to greatness. It is derived from the components “a” (one who), “kéré” (to be small or young), “di” (become), and “Olú” (prominent one or king), forming the morphological structure a-kéré-di-olú.[1][2][3]

Notable people with the surname include:

References

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  1. ^ "Akérédolú". www.yorubaname.com. Retrieved 2024-11-05.
  2. ^ "Akeredolu - Unisex's name meaning, Origin, Language, Gender & Popularity". Babymigo. Retrieved 2024-11-05.
  3. ^ "Akeredolu Surname Meaning & Akeredolu Family History at Ancestry.com®". www.ancestry.com. Retrieved 2024-11-05.