UK girl's name
Chidima
A feminine Nigerian name meaning "God is good".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2012. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Chidima is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Chidima popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2012 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5876, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2012, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2012 to 2012. 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.
Chidima is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Chidima. 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 2013 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Chidima ranked #5876 for girls in England and Wales in 2012, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2012, when 3 girls were registered as Chidima.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Chidima as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5876
2012
Births in 2012
3
Latest year
Peak year
2012
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Chidima mean?
The name Chidima is of Nigerian origin, derived from the Igbo language spoken primarily in southeastern Nigeria. It emerged during the era when traditional African names were widely used within Igbo communities.
The name Chidima is a combination of two Igbo words: "Chi" meaning "God" or "divine being," and "dima" meaning "good" or "sweet." Together, the name Chidima can be translated as "God is good" or "God is sweet," reflecting the spiritual and cultural values of the Igbo people.
While the exact date of the name's origin is uncertain, it is believed to have been in use for several centuries among the Igbo people. The name may have been mentioned in traditional Igbo folklore or oral traditions passed down through generations.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Chidima dates back to the late 19th century. Chidima Oguejiofor (1875-1949) was a prominent Igbo trader and community leader from Onitsha, Nigeria, who played a significant role in the development of the local economy and social structures.
Another notable individual with the name Chidima was Chidima Onyejiaka (1920-1998), a Nigerian educator and women's rights activist. She was a pioneer in advocating for equal educational opportunities for girls and women in Nigeria.
In the 20th century, Chidima Achebe (1930-2022) was a Nigerian writer and author, best known for her contributions to children's literature and her work in promoting Igbo culture and language.
Chidima Okolie (born 1977) is a contemporary Nigerian athlete who specializes in shot put and discus throw. She has represented Nigeria in various international competitions, including the Olympic Games.
Chidima Nwaogwugwu (born 1982) is a Nigerian-American entrepreneur and technology executive. She co-founded Nwaza, a platform that connects African professionals with job opportunities and resources.
Throughout history, the name Chidima has been cherished by the Igbo people for its deep cultural and spiritual significance. It reflects the belief in the goodness and benevolence of God, as well as the importance of gratitude and appreciation for life's blessings.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Chidima by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Chidima 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 | #5876 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Chidima: questions and answers
How popular is the name Chidima in the UK right now?
In 2012, Chidima was ranked #5876 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Chidima most popular?
The peak year on record was 2012, with 3 babies registered as Chidima in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Chidima?
A feminine Nigerian name meaning "God is good".
How many people are called Chidima in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Chidima 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.