Holding steady, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Chike since 1976
Babies named Chike per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 13 |
| 1980s | 64 |
| 1990s | 41 |
| 2000s | 34 |
| 2010s | 12 |
| 2020s | 24 |
Meaning & origin
Chike is a name of Igbo origin, meaning 'Power of God.' It first appeared in U.S. records in 1976 and has remained relatively rare, with a stable trajectory. Its peak usage occurred in 2000, likely reflecting renewed interest in African heritage names among the Nigerian diaspora. As of 2025, Chike ranks 12,008th in popularity, with about 1 in 341,615 newborns receiving the name. Although no top states are associated with it, the name is most common among families with Igbo roots. Chike carries strong cultural and spiritual significance, often chosen for its direct reference to divine power. Its rarity in the U.S. adds to its distinctiveness, appealing to parents seeking a meaningful name with deep African roots.
Chike originates from the Igbo language of southeastern Nigeria. It is a short form of longer Igbo names such as Chikelue or Chukwuemeka, combining 'Chi' (God) and 'ike' (power). The name has been used primarily among Igbo communities and gained modest usage in the United States starting in the 1970s, often chosen by families of Nigerian heritage.
Sibling names for Chike
Names that share Chike's style, for a brother or sister.
