Chinwe
Meaning of Chinwe
Chinwe is a female name of Igbo origin. It is pronounced as "cheen-weh" (/tʃiːnweɪ/) in the Igbo language. The name Chinwe has variations, with one popular variation being Chinwendu. In terms of popularity in the United States, the name Chinwe has been steadily chosen by parents over the years. In 2013, it was given to 8 newborn girls and ranked 11,960 in terms of occurrence. The name has also appeared in previous years, with its highest rank being 5th in 2005 and again in 2000. Overall, Chinwe carries a beautiful cultural heritage and offers a unique choice for parents seeking an African-inspired name for their daughter.
Pronunciation
Igbo
- Pronunced as cheen-weh (/tʃiːnweɪ/)
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Notable People Named Chinwe
| Chinwe Nwogo Ezeani is a Nigerian Chartered Librarian and former University Librarian of Nnamdi Azikiwe Library, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, known for being the first female to hold the position. |
| Chinwe Ifeoma Chukwuogo-Roy MBE was a Nigerian-born visual artist known for her figurative paintings, prints, and sculptures, and gained international recognition for painting official portraits of Queen Elizabeth II. |
