Holding steady.
Popularity of Chinyere since 1971
Babies named Chinyere per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1992, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Chinyere's real moment was 1982.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 102 |
| 1980s | 126 |
| 1990s | 178 |
| 2000s | 115 |
| 2010s | 58 |
| 2020s | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Chinyere, an Igbo name meaning 'God gives,' has been used in the United States since at least 1971, the first recorded year. While it has never broken into the top 1000 nationally, it reached its peak popularity in 1982, reflecting the broader interest in African names during that era. The name's trajectory has remained stable over the decades, with consistent but low usage. Parents choosing Chinyere often appreciate its spiritual significance and cultural roots in Nigeria, where it remains a classic given name.
Derived from Igbo 'Chi' (God) and 'nye' (give), Chinyere means 'God gives' or 'God's gift.' It is a traditional Igbo name given to a girl, expressing gratitude for a child. The name has been used in Nigeria for generations and gained some visibility in the United States from the 1970s onward.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Chi, Chinye
Variants: Chinwe, Chinyereaku
Sibling names for Chinyere
Names that share Chinyere's style, for a brother or sister.
