How Many People Are Named Tochukwu?

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

Tochukwu
Very Rare
Igbo

Tochukwu means 'God's power' in Igbo, making it both meaningful and rare, with only 35 people bearing this name in the US, equating to 1 in 9,521,125 Americans. All Tochukwus are under 30, highlighting its status as a genuinely modern name.

~35
Living in US
1 in 9,521,125
Americans
2013
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
God's power
🌐
Origin
Igbo
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 5
Personality Traits
Powerful Determined
5
Life Path Number

Life-path number 5 represents freedom, adventure, and change.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

80,745
Worldwide Bearers
#12,252
Global Rank
🇳🇬 Nigeria
80,109
🇵🇱 Poland
236
🇬🇧 England
131
🇺🇸 United States
76
🇰🇼 Kuwait
38
🇮🇸 Iceland
24
🇧🇷 Brazil
20
🇿🇦 South Africa
13
🇬🇭 Ghana
9
🇬🇧 Scotland
8

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
35 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 15
35
Would be under 30 (100%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 35 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: 2013

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
36
Classic Feel
10
Modern Appeal
100
International
99

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

📜 Tochukwu Through the Generations

Tochukwu, a name steeped in the rich heritage of Igbo culture, has seen a steady presence in the United States since its peak in 2013 with 8 births. With an estimated 35 individuals currently living in the country, it's clear that Tochukwu remains a very rare choice, with all bearers under the age of 30, indicating its modern appeal. The average age of 15 suggests that the name continues to be embraced by younger parents, maintaining its position as a contemporary selection.

✨ Similar Names to Tochukwu

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Tochukwu's Igbo roots

📄 About the Name Tochukwu

How Many People Have the Name Tochukwu?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 35 people in the United States currently share the name Tochukwu. That works out to roughly 1 in every 9,521,125 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Tochukwu a Common or Rare Name?

Tochukwu 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 Tochukwu Mean?

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

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Tochukwu Most Popular?

The name Tochukwu reached peak popularity in 2013, 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 Tochukwu?

Approximately 35 people named Tochukwu live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 35. That works out to roughly 1 in 9,521,125 Americans.

Is Tochukwu a rare name?

Tochukwu is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 9,521,125 Americans has this name.

What does the name Tochukwu mean?

Tochukwu means "God's power" and comes from Igbo origins.

Is Tochukwu more male or female?

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

When was Tochukwu most popular?

Tochukwu peaked in 2013 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 US35
All-Time Births35
1 in X1 in 9,521,125
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age15
Peak Year2013
World Rank#12,252
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.