Emeka
Emeka first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 1991, when 16 boys were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Emeka popular?
Declining Emeka is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 1991 peak.
| 2020s | 52 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 83 | |
| 2000s | 113 | |
| 1990s | 108 | |
| 1980s | 88 | |
| 1970s | 37 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Emeka mean?
A short form of Chukwuemeka, Igbo for 'God has done great / done much' (Chukwu 'God' + emeka 'has done a great deed'). Masculine.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Emeka mean?
Emeka means God has done great. A short form of Chukwuemeka, Igbo for 'God has done great / done much' (Chukwu 'God' + emeka 'has done a great deed'). Masculine.
What is the origin of the name Emeka?
Emeka is of igbo origin.
How do you pronounce Emeka?
Emeka is pronounced “eh-MEH-kah.”
Is Emeka a boy or a girl name?
Emeka is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Emeka a popular name right now?
Emeka is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 1991 peak.
How popular is the name Emeka?
In 2025, Emeka ranked #8447 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Emeka most popular?
Emeka was most popular in 1991, when about 16 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Emeka?
Names similar to Emeka include Chidi, Nnamdi.
What names go well with Emeka?
igbo names that pair well with Emeka include Amara, Ada, Chioma, Nnamdi, Ngozi.