Find out how popular the first name Chidinma has been for the last 41 years (from 1983 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Chidinma by gender

Based on the last 41 years of data, Chidinma is exclusively a female name.

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

The history of the first name Chidinma

The name Chidinma originates from the Igbo language spoken in southeastern Nigeria. It is a compound name composed of two Igbo words: "Chi" meaning God or the supreme deity, and "dinma" meaning to be good, kind, or beautiful. Thus, the name Chidinma translates to "God is beautiful" or "God is kind."

This name is believed to have originated in the pre-colonial era, before the widespread adoption of Christianity in the region. It reflects the traditional Igbo belief system that revered a supreme deity and emphasized virtues like kindness and beauty.

While the exact origin of the name is difficult to trace, it is likely that Chidinma was a name given to children in the hope that they would embody the qualities of beauty and kindness associated with the supreme deity.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Chidinma appears in the literary work "Things Fall Apart" by the renowned Nigerian author Chinua Achebe, published in 1958. In this novel, Chidinma is the name of a character, indicating the name's use in the Igbo culture during the early 20th century.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Chidinma. One example is Chidinma Ekile (born 1991), a Nigerian singer and songwriter known for her hit songs like "Kedike" and "Emi Ni Baller." Another is Chidinma Okeke (born 1988), a Nigerian writer and journalist known for her work on gender and human rights issues.

Other notable individuals with the name include Chidinma Anya (born 1976), a Nigerian-American lawyer and author, and Chidinma Okebalama (born 1982), a Nigerian chemist and academic who has made significant contributions to the field of nanotechnology.

It is worth mentioning that the name Chidinma has also been used in various literary works and cultural productions, further solidifying its place in the Igbo cultural heritage.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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