How Many People Are Named Chukwuemeka?

Complete statistics for the name Chukwuemeka: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Chukwuemeka
Very Rare
Igbo

Chukwuemeka means 'God's prosperity' in Igbo, making it both meaningful and rare, with only 1 in 502,461 Americans sharing this name. There are around 657 people named Chukwuemeka living in the US today, highlighting its uniqueness. The majority, 64%, are under 30, showing it's a truly modern name.

~657
Living in US
1 in 502,461
Americans
2003
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
God's prosperity
🌐
Origin
Igbo
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 5
Personality Traits
Prosperous Ambitious Confident
5
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 5 are known for their adaptability and versatility, often embracing change and new experiences.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

105,713
Worldwide Bearers
#9,701
Global Rank
🇳🇬 Nigeria
104,157
🇺🇸 United States
425
🇬🇭 Ghana
337
🇬🇧 England
248
🇵🇱 Poland
236
🇬🇧 Scotland
37
🇿🇦 South Africa
31
🇧🇷 Brazil
28
🇰🇼 Kuwait
28
🇨🇦 Canada
24

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
657 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 25
431
Would be under 30 (64%)
244
Would be 30–60 (36%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 675 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: 2003

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Slowly declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
83
Classic Feel
25
Modern Appeal
95
International
99

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Chukwuemeka Through the Generations

Chukwuemeka has seen its peak popularity in 2003 when 26 babies were given this name, marking a significant moment in its adoption history. Today, the average age of those named Chukwuemeka is 25, with 431 individuals under 30 and 244 between 30 and 60 years old. This distribution indicates that while the name is still gaining traction among younger generations, its overall usage is slowly declining, reflecting its status as a newer-generation choice.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 35
California 10
New York 6
New Jersey 5

✨ Similar Names to Chukwuemeka

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Chukwuemeka's Igbo roots

📄 About the Name Chukwuemeka

How Many People Have the Name Chukwuemeka?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 657 people in the United States currently share the name Chukwuemeka. That works out to roughly 1 in every 502,461 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Chukwuemeka a Common or Rare Name?

Chukwuemeka 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 Chukwuemeka Mean?

Chukwuemeka means "God's prosperity" and comes from Igbo origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Chukwuemeka in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Chukwuemeka Most Popular?

The name Chukwuemeka reached peak popularity in 2003, with 26 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly 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 Chukwuemeka?

Approximately 657 people named Chukwuemeka live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 675. That works out to roughly 1 in 502,461 Americans.

Is Chukwuemeka a rare name?

Chukwuemeka is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 502,461 Americans has this name.

What does the name Chukwuemeka mean?

Chukwuemeka means "God's prosperity" and comes from Igbo origins.

Is Chukwuemeka more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Chukwuemeka are male and 0% are female.

When was Chukwuemeka most popular?

Chukwuemeka peaked in 2003 with 26 births that year. Current trend: Slowly 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.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US657
All-Time Births675
1 in X1 in 502,461
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age25
Peak Year2003
World Rank#9,701
Male %100%
Female %0%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.