Nnamdi
nuh-NAHM-dee
Popularity
#6695
Letters
6
Syllables
2
Origin
African
Total Births
797
Peak Year
#34 in 1997
First Recorded
1976
Style
Strong & Bold
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
This Igbo name, prevalent in Nigeria, translates to 'my father is alive' or 'my father lives'. It signifies a connection to ancestral lineage and continued vitality.
Numerology
The Adventurer
Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Famous Namesakes
Nnamdi Azikiwe
First President of Nigeria, a key figure in Nigerian independence.
Nnamdi Asomugha
Former NFL cornerback and actor.
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