Uchenna Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationoo-CHEN-ah / uːˈtʃɛnəIgbo; African
Meaning
Igbo: God’s will; African: to be a blessing
Historical & Cultural Background
Uchenna is a name of Igbo origin, primarily found in Nigeria. The Igbo people have a rich cultural heritage, with names often reflecting spiritual beliefs and familial connections. Uchenna embodies the significance of divine will and blessings in the Igbo culture. It is commonly used among the Igbo diaspora and has gained recognition beyond its original cultural context.
Similar Names
Variants
- Uche
International Variants
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Uchenna was first seen in the United States in 1977. Uchenna has ranked as high as #1323 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in Texas, Georgia, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Uchenna has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Uchenna (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 17 |
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 18 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 19 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 6 |