Igbo · Girl name
Chioma
“good God or God is good”
About the name Chioma
Chioma is a feminine given name of Igbo origin, composed of the elements ‘chi’, meaning ‘God’ or ‘personal spiritual being’, and ‘oma’, meaning ‘good’. The name is most accurately translated as ‘good God’ or ‘God is good’. In Igbo culture, names often reflect spiritual beliefs and aspirations, and Chioma expresses gratitude or praise towards God. The name is commonly used among the Igbo people of Nigeria and has gained recognition in the Nigerian diaspora.
- Meaning
- good God or God is good
- Origin
- Igbo
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- chee-OH-mah(3 syl.)
Variants and spellings
No common variant spellings are widely recorded.
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Middle names for Chioma
- Chioma Joy
- Chioma Faith
- Chioma Nneoma
- Chioma Elizabeth
- Chioma Grace
Questions about Chioma
- What does Chioma mean?
- Chioma is an Igbo name meaning "good God or God is good".
- How do you pronounce Chioma?
- Chioma is pronounced chee-OH-mah, with emphasis on the second syllable.
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