Chukwuma

Meaning of Chukwuma

Chukwuma is a traditional masculine name of Igbo origin, pronounced chook-WOO-mah, which translates as “God knows” in the Igbo language. Rooted in the cultural heritage of southeastern Nigeria, it conveys faith in divine wisdom and a sense of providential care. In the United States, Social Security records show that Chukwuma has appeared between five and ten times a year since the early 1980s, generally ranking between the 680th and 910th most popular boys’ names. Its steady yet modest presence reflects its appeal for families seeking a distinctive name that honors Igbo roots and spiritual conviction.

Pronunciation

Igbo

• Pronunced as chook-WOO-mah (/tʃuˈkwuˈma/)

• Chukwudi
• Chukwunonso
• Chukwuka
• Chukwuemeka
• Chukwuebuka