Chiamaka
Meaning of Chiamaka
Chiamaka is a beautiful and meaningful name of Igbo origin, predominantly used for females. Pronounced as chee-ah-MAH-kah (/tʃiˈamakɑ/), it carries the profound meaning "God is beautiful" or "God is splendid." This name reflects deep cultural and spiritual significance within the Igbo community, often chosen to express gratitude and reverence towards divine beauty and blessings. A common variation of this name is Chiamma.
In the United States, Chiamaka has seen varying levels of popularity over the years. It first appeared in records in 1988 with a modest occurrence but gained more visibility in subsequent decades. The highest number of newborns named Chiamaka was recorded in 2017 with 34 occurrences, ranking at 4211. Despite its relatively rare usage, it has maintained a steady presence among unique and culturally rich names chosen by parents who value its distinctive sound and meaningful heritage.
Pronunciation
Igbo
- Pronunced as chee-ah-MAH-kah (/tʃiˈamakɑ/)
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Notable People Named Chiamaka
| Chiamaka Cynthia Nnadozie is a Nigerian footballer known for her exceptional goalkeeping skills, playing for Paris FC in the French Division 1 Féminine and the Nigeria women's national football team. |
| Chiamaka Enyi-Amadi is a Nigerian-Irish poet, writer, editor, and performer. |
| Chiamaka Okoli (1987–2019) was a Nigerian astrophysicist known for her research on dark matter, cosmic neutrinos, and their interactions. |
| Chiamaka Madu is a Nigerian professional footballer known for his creative play as an offensive midfielder and supporting striker for Enugu Rangers in the Nigeria Premier League. |
| Chiamaka Obuekwe is a Nigerian co-founder and CEO of Social Prefect Tours, an African tourism company focused on connecting people through guided tours, school excursions, group tours, and corporate retreats. |
