Ikenna
/ ee-KEN-nah /
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇳🇬 Nigeria
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Strong
Meaning & Etymology
Power of the father
Power of the father
Etymology
Derived from the Igbo elements ike (power) and nna (father).
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Volta-Niger > Igboid
Cultural context
In Igbo culture, names often reflect the circumstances of a child’s birth or desired qualities.
Symbolism
Represents strength, leadership, and the continuation of the father’s legacy.
Naming ceremony
The Igbo ikpom oma ceremony involves prayers and offerings for the child’s future.