Declining since 2015.
Popularity of Chibuikem since 1998
Babies named Chibuikem per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 43 |
| 2010s | 73 |
| 2020s | 14 |
Meaning & origin
Chibuikem is a distinctive Igbo name meaning 'God is my strength,' first recorded in the United States in 1998. Its popularity reached a peak in 2015, but usage has been falling since then. The name remains relatively rare, with a low 1-in-N ratio, indicating it is not commonly given. It is most often chosen by families with Nigerian heritage who wish to pass on a name with deep religious significance. The name's trajectory reflects a steady decline after its peak, but it continues to be used in small numbers across the country.
Chibuikem is an Igbo name from Nigeria, derived from the elements 'Chibuike' (God is strength) and 'm' (me, my). It is a theophoric name expressing personal faith, common among the Igbo people. The name emerged in the United States in the late 1990s, primarily within Nigerian diaspora communities.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Chibu, Kem, Chi
Variants: Chibuike
Sibling names for Chibuikem
Names that share Chibuikem's style, for a brother or sister.
