Is Ikeni a boy, girl, or unisex name?

Ikeni is commonly used as a Boy name.

Ikeni Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

Pronunciationee-KEN-ee / iːˈkɛni

African; Igbo

Meaning

Igbo: 'to be strong'

Historical & Cultural Background

Ikeni is a name of African origin, particularly from the Igbo ethnic group in Nigeria. The Igbo culture places a strong emphasis on names that reflect virtues and aspirations. Names like Ikeni often signify strength and resilience, which are valued traits in the community. The name may also be used in various contexts within African diaspora communities.

Variants

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International Variants

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Famous people named Ikeni

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Fictional characters named Ikeni

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Sibling Suggestions

Ifeanyi Chinedu Obinna Ugochukwu Chijioke

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Ikeni was first seen in the United States in 2017. Ikeni has ranked as high as #1369 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Ikeni has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Ikeni (2017)

State	Births	Share
CA	7	100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

Year	Births
2017	17