Chisom Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationCHEE-som / tʃiːsəmIgbo; English
Meaning
God's own; God's gift
Historical & Cultural Background
Chisom is of Igbo origin, a language and ethnic group from Nigeria, where names often reflect spiritual beliefs and familial connections. In this context, it signifies a divine gift from God. The name has also been adopted in English-speaking contexts, where it may be appreciated for its unique sound and meaning, though it retains its cultural roots.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Chisomma
- Chisoma
International Variants
- Chisom (Nigeria)
Famous people named Chisom
Chisom Eze — Nigerian footballer.
Chisom Nwankwo — Nigerian actress.
Fictional characters named Chisom
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Chisom was first seen in the United States in 1990. Chisom has ranked as high as #1364 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Maryland, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Chisom has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Chisom (2022)
State | Births | Share |
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TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1990 | 5 |
1991 | 5 |
1993 | 5 |
1994 | 7 |
1995 | 7 |
1996 | 10 |
1997 | 10 |
1998 | 8 |
1999 | 17 |
2000 | 12 |
2001 | 13 |
2002 | 12 |
2003 | 21 |
2004 | 24 |
2005 | 10 |
2006 | 21 |
2007 | 13 |
2008 | 18 |
2009 | 17 |
2010 | 24 |
2011 | 17 |
2012 | 22 |
2013 | 22 |
2014 | 22 |
2015 | 30 |
2016 | 27 |
2017 | 22 |
2018 | 12 |
2019 | 9 |
2020 | 19 |
2021 | 16 |
2022 | 15 |
2023 | 17 |
2024 | 9 |