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How to Translate Igbo Names? – A Basic Breakdown
So, what’s your name in Igbo? – “Kedu afa gi?“ Nigerian names can sometimes be challenging to pronounce, let alone break down and understand. But when it comes to Igbo names, there’s some good news: they are made up of smaller words, each carrying significant meaning. Once you learn how to break them down, it
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43 Unique Igbo Names and Their Meanings
Names are extremely important in Igbo culture, particularly in southeastern Nigeria, where the naming of children is a significant event often marked by specific ceremonies. Igbo names, whether for baby boys, girls, or twins, serve as vessels for parents’ hopes and aspirations for their offspring. These names frequently convey a story, symbolise a prayer, or
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Understanding the Concept of Chi in Igbo Names
A look at the Concept of Chi The concept of Chi in Igbo culture is complex and has led to various interpretations and translations. It has been seen as the personal life force, guardian angel, creator, companion, individual providence, and portioned-out life principle. Additionally, it’s been interpreted as a person’s deity or identity in the
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40 Igbo Names Without Chi/Chukwu in Them
It’s well known that there are many beautiful Igbo names containing the words “Chi/Chukwu”. In this post we shed some light on 40 Igbo names which don’t contain these words. Please feel free to comment if you know any more! Name Meaning Adanne/adanna First daughter of mom/dad Adaugo Daughter of pride Adaure Elegant daughter (ure-
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Unique and Uncommon Igbo Names
A THREAD OF UNCOMMON IGBO NAMES. (That you may or may not have heard of.) Iwuka – “Rules take precedence” Obiajunwa – “A loving heart can’t reject a child.” Dimgba – A wrestling champion/ winner. Ofoegbu – “Personal belief doesn’t kill” Adaku – “wealthy daughter” Utara – “satisfaction” Nwakaego – “Child is greater than money”
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Okwu ndị Igbo n'ala bekee.
