Chidi
Chidi first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 2001, when 12 boys were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Chidi popular?
Declining Chidi is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2001 peak.
| 2020s | 16 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 34 | |
| 2000s | 67 | |
| 1990s | 57 | |
| 1980s | 38 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Chidi mean?
Igbo, 'God exists / there is a God,' from Chi ('God, personal deity') + di ('is, exists'). A short form of fuller names like Chidiebere ('God is merciful') or Chidinma. Chiefly masculine but used for either sex.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Chidi mean?
Chidi means God exists. Igbo, 'God exists / there is a God,' from Chi ('God, personal deity') + di ('is, exists'). A short form of fuller names like Chidiebere ('God is merciful') or Chidinma. Chiefly masculine but used for either sex.
What is the origin of the name Chidi?
Chidi is of igbo origin.
How do you pronounce Chidi?
Chidi is pronounced “CHEE-dee.”
Is Chidi a boy or a girl name?
Chidi is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Chidi a popular name right now?
Chidi is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2001 peak.
When was the name Chidi most popular?
Chidi was most popular in 2001, when about 12 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Chidi?
Names similar to Chidi include Emeka, Nnamdi.
What names go well with Chidi?
igbo names that pair well with Chidi include Amara, Ada, Chioma, Nnamdi, Ngozi.