Chioma
Meaning of Chioma
Chioma is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. It originates from the Igbo language, spoken by the Igbo people in Nigeria. The name Chioma has a lovely meaning, as it translates to "good God" or "God is good" in English. This name carries positive associations and reflects gratitude towards a higher power. In terms of pronunciation, Chioma is pronounced as chee-OH-mah (/tʃiˌoːma/). The popularity of the name Chioma has been steadily growing in the United States of America over the years. While it may not be among the most common names, it has consistently appeared on birth records since at least 1972. Parents who choose the name Chioma for their daughter are embracing its cultural significance and bestowing upon her a meaningful and beautiful identity.
Pronunciation
Igbo
- Pronunced as chee-OH-mah (/tʃiˌoːma/)
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Notable People Named Chioma
| Chioma Grace Ubogagu is an English professional footballer who played as a forward for the England national team and has had a successful career with various clubs. |
| Chioma Chukwuka is a Nigerian actress, director, and movie producer who has won several awards for her outstanding performances in African cinema. |
| Chioma Ajunwa-Opara, MON, OLY, is a Nigerian former track and field athlete and football player, known for being the first Nigerian to win gold at the 1996 Summer Olympics and the first black African woman to win an Olympic gold medal in a field event. |
| Chioma Okafor is a well-known Nigerian actress and model, recognized for her performances in Netflix's Aki and Pawpaw, Superstory Monica, Riona, and Flatmates on Africa Magic. |
| Chioma Matthews is an English athlete known for her achievements in the triple jump and netball. |
