Chukwuma
Meaning of Chukwuma
Chukwuma is a male name of Igbo origin. In Igbo, it is pronounced as chook-WOO-mah (/tʃuˈkwuˈma/). This name has variations such as Chukwudi and Chukwunonso. Chukwuma has been a relatively popular name in the United States, with occurrences dating back to at least 1983. In recent years, it has averaged around 6-8 occurrences per year, with its highest rank being 3877 in 1997. This name carries a strong cultural association with the Igbo people of Nigeria and can be a unique choice for parents looking for a name that reflects their heritage.
Pronunciation
Igbo
- Pronunced as chook-WOO-mah (/tʃuˈkwuˈma/)
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Similar Names to Chukwuma
Notable People Named Chukwuma
| Chukwuma Kaduna Nzeogwu - Lieutenant-Colonel Patrick Chukwuma "Kaduna" Nzeogwu was a prominent Nigerian military officer known for his involvement in the 1966 Nigerian coup d'état. |
| Chukwuma Okorafor is a Nigerian professional American football offensive tackle for the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League (NFL) and played college football at Western Michigan. |
| Chief Chukwuma Bamidele Azikiwe was a prominent Nigerian diplomat and political figure, known as the second Owelle-Osowa-Anya of Onitsha and the eldest son of President Nnamdi Azikiwe. |
