UK name, mostly boys
Chinemelum
A feminine name of Nigerian origin meaning "God is mine".
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.
Also recorded as a girls' name in the UK, with 3 girls.
Chinemelum is mostly registered for boys in the UK records. People looking for Chinemelum popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2012 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4805, 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.
Chinemelum is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Chinemelum. 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
- • Chinemelum ranked #4805 for boys in England and Wales in 2012, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2012, when 3 boys were registered as Chinemelum.
- • Chinemelum is also recorded for girls, but the boys side is the larger UK variant in these records.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Chinemelum as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 50.0% of Chinemelum registrations are for boys.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4805
2012
Births in 2012
3
Latest year
Peak year
2012
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Chinemelum
In England and Wales birth records, Chinemelum has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 50.0% of registrations are for boys and 50.0% are for girls.
These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.
Chinemelum registered for boys
- Ranked #4,805 in 2012
- 3 boys registered in 2012
- Peak: 2012 (3 births)
Chinemelum registered for girls
- Ranked #5,891 in 2024
- 3 girls registered in 2024
- Peak: 2024 (3 births)
Meaning
What does Chinemelum mean?
The given name Chinemelum has its origins in the Igbo language spoken predominantly in southeastern Nigeria. The name is a combination of two Igbo words, "Chi" meaning "God" or "spiritual force," and "neme" meaning "to do" or "to make." Together, Chinemelum can be translated to mean "God has done" or "God has made."
Igbo names often carry deep meaning and significance, reflecting the cultural values and beliefs of the Igbo people. Chinemelum is a name that expresses gratitude and reverence to God or the divine force that is believed to have created and shaped the individual bearing the name.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Chinemelum can be traced back to the 19th century, though its origins likely predate written records. The name's roots are deeply intertwined with the Igbo cultural and spiritual traditions, which have been passed down through generations.
One notable historical figure with the name Chinemelum was Chinemelum Okoronkwo, a prominent Igbo leader and activist in the 20th century. She played a significant role in advocating for women's rights and empowerment within the Igbo community.
Another individual with this name was Chinemelum Nwafor, a respected Igbo scholar and historian who dedicated her life to preserving and documenting the rich cultural heritage of the Igbo people.
In the realm of literature, Chinemelum Nnabuife was a celebrated Igbo poet and writer whose works explored themes of identity, spirituality, and the complexities of human experience.
The name Chinemelum was also borne by Chinemelum Onyeukwu, a renowned Igbo artist known for her vibrant and captivating works that celebrated the beauty and diversity of Igbo culture.
Chinemelum Okeke, born in the early 20th century, was a pioneering Igbo educator who established several schools and advocated for access to quality education for girls and women in her community.
Throughout history, the name Chinemelum has been a testament to the enduring cultural and spiritual traditions of the Igbo people. Its meaning and significance have resonated across generations, serving as a reminder of the importance of gratitude, reverence, and the recognition of divine forces in shaping one's identity and destiny.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Chinemelum over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Chinemelum in England and Wales, from 2012 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Chinemelum, the clearest high point is 2012. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2012, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Chinemelum by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Chinemelum 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 | #4805 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Chinemelum
- Charlie 104,761
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- 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
Chinemelum: questions and answers
How popular is the name Chinemelum in the UK right now?
In 2012, Chinemelum was ranked #4805 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Chinemelum most popular?
The peak year on record was 2012, with 3 babies registered as Chinemelum in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Chinemelum?
A feminine name of Nigerian origin meaning "God is mine".
How many people are called Chinemelum in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Chinemelum 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.