Ifeoma Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationee-FAY-oh-mah / iːˈfeɪ.ə.mɑːIgbo
Meaning
Good thing; beautiful thing
Historical & Cultural Background
Ifeoma is a name of Igbo origin, predominantly used in Nigeria. The Igbo people have a rich cultural heritage, and names often reflect positive attributes or aspirations. In this context, Ifeoma signifies beauty and goodness, which are valued traits in Igbo culture. The name is commonly given to girls and is associated with familial and cultural pride.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ifeomama
International Variants
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Famous people named Ifeoma
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Fictional characters named Ifeoma
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ifeoma was first seen in the United States in 1972. Ifeoma has ranked as high as #1281 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Ifeoma has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ifeoma (1979)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1984 | 13 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 14 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 10 |