Discover and Shortlist Your Perfect Baby Names!
Igbo names, from southeastern Nigeria, are deeply tied to ancestral heritage, spiritual beliefs, and life circumstances. Names like Chukwuemeka (God has done well) and Amaka (beautiful) carry significant meanings of gratitude, faith, and virtue. These names reflect the cultural richness and strong community values of the Igbo people.
| Name | Meaning | Origins | Gender | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nwaka | Nwaka: Igbo name meaning "child born on an important day." | Igbo | Boy | |
| Nwando | Nwando means "God's blessing" in Igbo; it's of Nigerian origin. | African, Igbo | Female | |
| Nweka | Nweka: Igbo name meaning "child born on market day" or festival. | Igbo | Unisex | |
| Nweke | Nweke is a meaningful traditional Igbo name for males. | Igbo | Boy | |
| Nwoke | Nwoke: Igbo name meaning "man," significant in Igbo culture. | Igbo | Boy | |
| Nwokonkwo | Nwokonkwo: Igbo name meaning "strong man," symbolizing strength and resilience. | Igbo | Boy | |
| Obasi | Obasi: Igbo name meaning "one who serves God," unisex and meaningful. | Igbo | Unisex | |
| Obi | Obi is an Igbo name meaning "heart" or "happy one." | Igbo | Unisex | |
| Obinna | Obinna means "father's heart" in Igbo, symbolizing paternal love. | Igbo | Boy | |
| Obioma | Obioma: Igbo unisex name meaning "good heart," symbolizing kindness. | Igbo | Unisex | |
| Obiora | Obiora: Igbo name meaning "heart of the people," gaining popularity. | Igbo | Boy | |
| Obumneme | Obumneme: Igbo name meaning "may my father not be forgotten." | Igbo | Boy | |
| Odera | Odera: Igbo name meaning "goodness," unisex, culturally significant, unique. | Igbo | Unisex | |
| Oderah | Oderah is an Igbo name meaning "peaceful journey," gaining popularity. | Igbo | Boy | |
| Odira | Odira: Igbo unisex name meaning "bringer of good fortune." | Igbo | Unisex | |
| Odirah | Odirah: Igbo name meaning "everything is good," culturally significant choice. | Igbo | Boy | |
| Odita | Odita: Igbo name meaning "beloved," significant in Igbo culture. | Igbo | Girl | |
| Ogbonna | Ogbonna means "of wisdom" in Igbo, symbolizing intelligence and knowledge. | African, Igbo, Nigerian | Boy | |
| Ogbonnanya | Ogbonnanya means "father's wealth," significant in Igbo culture. | Igbo | Boy | |
| Ogbonnaya | Ogbonnaya means "father's wisdom," rooted in Igbo cultural significance. | Igbo | Boy | |
| Ogbunna | Ogbunna: Igbo name meaning "father's dignity," symbolizing paternal pride. | Igbo | Boy | |
| Ogbunnaonyichukwu | Ogbunnaonyichukwu means "God's will is supreme" in Igbo culture. | Igbo | Boy | |
| Ogbunnaonyinyechukwu | Ogbunnaonyinyechukwu means "God's will is supreme" in Igbo culture. | Igbo | Boy | |
| Ogbunne | Ogbunne: Igbo male name symbolizing strength, courage, and leadership. | Igbo | Boy | |
| Ohanze | Ohanze: Unisex Nigerian name meaning "God's work" or "creation." | African, Igbo, Nigerian | Unisex | |
| Oji | Oji means "son of the forest," reflecting Igbo cultural reverence. | Igbo | Unisex | |
| Okalanya | Okalanya means "wealth that is praised" in Igbo culture. | Igbo | Unisex | |
| Okechukwu | Okechukwu: Igbo name meaning "God's portion," reflecting cultural significance. | Igbo | Boy | |
| Okechukwudimma | Okechukwudimma means "God's gift" in Igbo culture, reflecting heritage. | Igbo | Boy | |
| Okechukwuemeka | Okechukwuemeka means "God's portion is great" in Igbo culture. | Igbo | Boy |
