UK boy's name
Chibuzo
A masculine Nigerian name meaning "God's awakening".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2014. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Chibuzo is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Chibuzo popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2014 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3895, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2014, with 4 births.
This profile covers 4 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2014 to 2014. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Chibuzo is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 4 living people in the UK are called Chibuzo. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2015 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Chibuzo ranked #3895 for boys in England and Wales in 2014, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2014, when 4 boys were registered as Chibuzo.
- • About 4 living people in the UK are estimated to have Chibuzo as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3895
2014
Births in 2014
4
Latest year
Peak year
2014
4 births
Estimated living
4
2026
Meaning
What does Chibuzo mean?
Chibuzo is a name of Igbo origin from southeastern Nigeria. The name is believed to have emerged in the 17th or 18th century, derived from the Igbo words "chi" meaning "God" and "buzo" meaning "mercy" or "kindness". Thus, the name Chibuzo can be interpreted as "God's mercy" or "God's kindness".
In Igbo culture, names often carry deep spiritual and cultural significance, reflecting the values and beliefs of the community. The name Chibuzo speaks to the Igbo reverence for the divine and the importance placed on seeking divine favor and protection.
While there are no known historical records or ancient texts specifically mentioning the name Chibuzo, its Igbo roots suggest it was likely used within Igbo communities for centuries before being more widely documented.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Chibuzo was Chibuzo Nwakamma, a prominent Igbo trader and merchant who lived in the late 18th century. He was known for his successful trading ventures and his role in facilitating economic exchange between Igbo communities and neighboring regions.
Another notable figure with the name Chibuzo was Chibuzo Nwosu, a renowned Igbo artist and sculptor who lived in the early 20th century. His intricate wood carvings and sculptures depicting Igbo cultural scenes and traditions are highly regarded and featured in museums around the world.
In more recent times, Chibuzo Ejiofor, a Nigerian footballer who played for various clubs in Europe in the 1990s and early 2000s, brought recognition to the name on the international stage.
Chibuzo Okoh, a Nigerian-American writer and playwright, has also gained acclaim for her works exploring themes of identity, culture, and the African diaspora experience.
Lastly, Chibuzo Opara, a Nigerian-American entrepreneur and technology executive, has made significant contributions to the tech industry, having co-founded several successful startups and served as a leader in various companies.
While these are just a few examples, the name Chibuzo has a rich cultural heritage rooted in the Igbo tradition, and its meaning and significance continue to resonate with individuals of Igbo descent and beyond.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Chibuzo by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Chibuzo was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #3895 | 4 | 1 |
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Names similar to Chibuzo
- Charlie 104,761
- Callum 65,796
- Connor 53,072
- Cameron 40,394
- Charles 33,091
- Christopher 26,849
- Caleb 15,553
- Corey 12,622
- Carter 11,505
- Cody 11,075
- Conor 10,298
- Christian 9,695
FAQ
Chibuzo: questions and answers
How popular is the name Chibuzo in the UK right now?
In 2014, Chibuzo was ranked #3895 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Chibuzo most popular?
The peak year on record was 2014, with 4 babies registered as Chibuzo in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Chibuzo?
A masculine Nigerian name meaning "God's awakening".
How many people are called Chibuzo in the UK?
A total of 4 babies have been registered as Chibuzo across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.