Declining since 2015, #6,446 for boys today.
Popularity of Chidubem since 1996
Babies named Chidubem per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 20 |
| 2000s | 107 |
| 2010s | 177 |
| 2020s | 65 |
Meaning & origin
Chidubem entered the U.S. naming data in 1996, and by its peak year of 2016 it had reached its highest usage. Since 2015, its popularity has been declining, but it remains a distinctive choice rooted in Igbo culture. In 2025, roughly 1 in 131,390 boys received the name, with notable usage in Texas. The name carries a strong spiritual meaning, reflecting a tradition of theophoric Igbo names that honor a supreme deity.
Chidubem is an Igbo name from Nigeria, composed of Chi (God) and dubem (guide me). It is a theophoric name expressing personal faith in divine guidance. Though common among the Igbo people, it has gained some use in the African diaspora, especially in the United States.
Where Chidubem is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Chidi, Dubem, Chee
Variants: Chidubem, Chidube
Sibling names for Chidubem
Names that share Chidubem's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Chiamaka, Nkechi, Ifeoma, Amara, Kelechi, Chinyere, Kosisochukwu
Brothers: Chibueze, Chinonso, Kenechukwu, Ugochukwu, Chigozie, Somtochukwu
