How Many People Are Named Ndidi?

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

Ndidi
Very Rare
Igbo

Ndidi means 'to obey' in Igbo, making it a name rich in cultural significance. Only 63 people named Ndidi live in the US today, which is just 1 in 5,209,553 Americans, making it very rare indeed. The name peaked in popularity in 1981 with 8 births, showing its stable presence over decades.

~63
Living in US
1 in 5,209,553
Americans
1981
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
To obey
🌐
Origin
Igbo
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 4
Personality Traits
Respectful Determined
4
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 4 are known for their stability and reliability.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

53,150
Worldwide Bearers
#17,567
Global Rank
🇳🇬 Nigeria
52,524
🇺🇸 United States
294
🇬🇧 England
189
🇿🇦 South Africa
60
🇨🇦 Canada
14
🇮🇪 Ireland
12
🇬🇧 Scotland
9
🇬🇭 Ghana
9
🇩🇪 Germany
4
🇨🇲 Cameroon
3

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
63 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 38
11
Would be under 30 (17%)
54
Would be 30–60 (83%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 65 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: 1981

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
48
Classic Feel
32
Modern Appeal
68
International
99

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

📜 Ndidi Through the Generations

Ndidi, a name rooted in Igbo culture, has seen a steady presence in the United States since the early 1980s. With only 63 individuals bearing this name in the country today, it remains a rare choice. Interestingly, the majority of those named Ndidi are aged between 30 and 60, indicating a generation that embraced this name during its peak in 1981. This demographic distribution suggests a stable trend, with little fluctuation over time, positioning Ndidi as a name that balances classic charm with modern appeal.

✨ Similar Names to Ndidi

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Ndidi's Igbo roots

📄 About the Name Ndidi

How Many People Have the Name Ndidi?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 63 people in the United States currently share the name Ndidi. That works out to roughly 1 in every 5,209,553 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Ndidi a Common or Rare Name?

Ndidi 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 Ndidi Mean?

Ndidi means "to obey" and comes from Igbo origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 4.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Ndidi Most Popular?

The name Ndidi reached peak popularity in 1981, with 8 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 Ndidi?

Approximately 63 people named Ndidi live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 65. That works out to roughly 1 in 5,209,553 Americans.

Is Ndidi a rare name?

Ndidi is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 5,209,553 Americans has this name.

What does the name Ndidi mean?

Ndidi means "to obey" and comes from Igbo origins.

Is Ndidi more male or female?

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

When was Ndidi most popular?

Ndidi peaked in 1981 with 8 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 US63
All-Time Births65
1 in X1 in 5,209,553
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age38
Peak Year1981
World Rank#17,567
Male %0%
Female %100%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.