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In the Igbo naming convention a child is given a name at birth referencing an event surrounding the birth, a deceased ancestor, or the time and/or place of birth. This is the name they will primarily be known by. To differentiate from others in the same generation with the same name a person will also give their father's first name.
Igbo given names (81 P) S. Igbo-language surnames (56 P) Pages in category "Igbo names" The following 55 pages are in this category, out of 55 total.
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Other names; Nickname(s) Ify: Ifeyinwa audio ⓘ is a feminine given name. It is used by the Igbo people of South-east Nigeria.
Munachi audio ⓘ is a feminine Igbo name with its origins in South Eastern Nigeria. Munachi which literally means "I and Chi", is a short form of Munachimso ("I and my Chi journey together"). [1] [2]
Ebubechukwu (audio ⓘ) is a given name of the Igbo people from the southeastern region of Nigeria.The direct English translation is “God’s glory”. [1] It's diminutive and commonest form is Ebube, which means “glory”. [2]
Chinonye listen ⓘ is a female name used by the Igbo tribe of South Eastern Nigeria. The name means "God is with me" or "God sympathizes" which is perfect for parents who want their girl child to have a name that reflects her strong faith and connection to a higher power. [1] [2]
Many Igbo Christians refer to the Christian God as Chukwu. [2] Chukwu (Chu-kwu) is similar to "The Most High" and "The Almighty" instead of a name like " God " which is of Germanic origin. This was usually referring to an idol in the pre-Christian era, but with the arrival of Christianity and Islam in the region, Chukwu became used for God.