How Many People Are Named Chigozie?
Complete statistics for the name Chigozie: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Chigozie means 'God's gift' in Igbo, making it both meaningful and rare, with only 147 people bearing this name in the US today. That's just 1 in 2,247,600 Americans, truly setting it apart. Most folks named Chigozie are under 30, showing its status as a modern, trendy choice.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with life path number 1 are natural leaders, that's Chigozie's number, making them independent and ambitious.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 20All 149 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2005Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Chigozie Through the Generations
Chigozie, a name that's seen a steady decline since its peak in 2005 with 12 births, is now predominantly found among younger individuals. With 136 under 30 and just 13 between 30 and 60, it's clear that Chigozie is a name embraced by the new generation. The average age of those named Chigozie is 20, indicating that it's a relatively recent addition to the American naming landscape.
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Chigozie's Igbo roots
📄 About the Name Chigozie
How Many People Have the Name Chigozie?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 147 people in the United States currently share the name Chigozie. That works out to roughly 1 in every 2,247,600 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Chigozie a Common or Rare Name?
Chigozie is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Chigozie Mean?
Chigozie means "God's gift" and comes from Igbo origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 1.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Chigozie in SSA data, approximately 96% are male and 4% are female.
When Was Chigozie Most Popular?
The name Chigozie reached peak popularity in 2005, with 12 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Chigozie?
Approximately 147 people named Chigozie live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 149. That works out to roughly 1 in 2,247,600 Americans.
Is Chigozie a rare name?
Chigozie is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 2,247,600 Americans has this name.
What does the name Chigozie mean?
Chigozie means "God's gift" and comes from Igbo origins.
Is Chigozie more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 96% of people named Chigozie are male and 4% are female.
When was Chigozie most popular?
Chigozie peaked in 2005 with 12 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.