Chioma
Chioma first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 1997, when 40 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Chioma popular?
Vintage Chioma is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1997.
| 2020s | 119 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 196 | |
| 2000s | 277 | |
| 1990s | 234 | |
| 1980s | 139 | |
| 1970s | 33 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Chioma mean?
Igbo, 'good God' or 'good chi,' from Chi ('God, personal spirit') + oma ('good'), often understood as the blessing of a good personal destiny. Chiefly feminine.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Chioma mean?
Chioma means Good God / good fortune. Igbo, 'good God' or 'good chi,' from Chi ('God, personal spirit') + oma ('good'), often understood as the blessing of a good personal destiny. Chiefly feminine.
What is the origin of the name Chioma?
Chioma is of igbo origin.
How do you pronounce Chioma?
Chioma is pronounced “chee-OH-mah.”
Is Chioma a boy or a girl name?
Chioma is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Chioma a popular name right now?
Chioma is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1997.
How popular is the name Chioma?
In 2025, Chioma ranked #6372 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Chioma most popular?
Chioma was most popular in 1997, when about 40 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Chioma?
Names similar to Chioma include Ada, Amara, Ifeoma, Ngozi.
What names go well with Chioma?
igbo names that pair well with Chioma include Amara, Ada, Nnamdi, Ngozi, Ifeoma.