Azikiwe
ah-ZEE-kee-way
Azikiwe is a boy’s name of African origin, meaning “An Igbo name from Nigeria, meaning 'youthful vigor' or 'full of life.'”, and peaked in popularity in 1983.
What Azikiwe Means
“An Igbo name from Nigeria, meaning 'youthful vigor' or 'full of life.'”
The Story of Azikiwe
A name of vibrant youth and powerful leadership, carrying the spirit of a nation's awakening.
Azikiwe is a distinguished Igbo name from Nigeria, meaning 'youthful vigor' or 'full of life.' It rose to prominence through Nnamdi Azikiwe, the revered first President of Nigeria and a pivotal figure in the nation's independence movement.
This name is for your son, a child brimming with energy and an optimistic outlook. You see him leading with intelligence and a spirit that embodies vitality, inspiring those around him.
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Famous Namesakes
Nnamdi Azikiwe
First President of Nigeria and leading nationalist
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#7 in 1983
Total Births
18
First Recorded
1971
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