Find out how popular the last name Iwuchukwu is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Iwuchukwu.

Iwuchukwu, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Iwuchukwu surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Iwuchukwu in America

Iwuchukwu is the 153769th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Iwuchukwu surname appeared 106 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Iwuchukwu.

The history of the last name Iwuchukwu

The surname Iwuchukwu has its origins in the Igbo ethnic group of southeastern Nigeria. It is a combination of two words from the Igbo language - "Iwu" meaning "law" or "custom" and "chukwu" meaning "God" or "supreme being." The name can be interpreted to mean "the law or custom of God."

The Igbo people have a rich cultural heritage that dates back centuries, and their naming traditions are deeply rooted in their belief systems and way of life. The use of the name Iwuchukwu likely originated in the pre-colonial era, when the Igbo practiced their traditional religion and followed a system of laws and customs governed by their understanding of the divine.

While there are no known historical records specifically mentioning the name Iwuchukwu, it is possible that the name appeared in oral traditions, religious ceremonies, or other cultural practices of the Igbo people before the arrival of European colonizers and the advent of written records.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname Iwuchukwu was Nnamdi Iwuchukwu, a prominent Igbo chief and leader who lived in the late 18th century. He was known for his wisdom, diplomacy, and commitment to upholding the traditional values and customs of his people.

Another notable figure with the Iwuchukwu name was Chika Iwuchukwu, a renowned Igbo artist and sculptor who lived in the early 20th century. His intricate wood carvings and sculptures depicted scenes from Igbo mythology and folklore, capturing the essence of the culture's spiritual beliefs and traditions.

In more recent times, Onyekachi Iwuchukwu, born in 1965, gained recognition as a Nigerian politician and member of the House of Representatives, representing Isiala Ngwa North/Isiala Ngwa South Federal Constituency in Abia State.

Chinedu Iwuchukwu, born in 1980, is a celebrated Nigerian author and playwright whose works explore themes of cultural identity, tradition, and modernity within the Igbo community.

Lastly, Adaeze Iwuchukwu, born in 1988, is a prominent Nigerian businesswoman and entrepreneur who has made significant contributions to the country's economic development through her successful ventures in various industries.

While the Iwuchukwu surname may have evolved and taken on different spellings or variations over time, its roots remain deeply intertwined with the rich cultural heritage and spiritual beliefs of the Igbo people of Nigeria.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Iwuchukwu

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Iwuchukwu.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Iwuchukwu was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Iwuchukwu was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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