Azikiwe is a Nigerian male name of Igbo origin. It means "the one who comes from the great forest' or 'the one who comes from the land of the great forest". [1]Azikiwe is a powerful name that evokes a connection to nature and strength. Diminutive form is Azikwe, Azikwee, Azikwi.
| Gender | Male |
|---|---|
| Language(s) | Igbo |
| Origin | |
| Word/name | Nigeria |
| Meaning | The one who comes from the great forest' or 'the one who comes from the land of the great forest. |
| Region of origin | South East, Nigeria |
| Other names | |
| Nickname(s) | Zik, Kiki, Azi. |
Notable Individuals with the Name
edit- Nnamdi Azikiwe (1904 – 1996) Nigerian politician, statesman, and revolutionary leader.
- Flora Azikiwe (1917 – 1983) wife of Nnamdi Azikiwe, the first First Lady of Nigeria.
- Goodluck Jonathan (born 1957) is a Nigerian politician and a former Nigeria president.
References
edit- ^ "Azikiwe - Igbo Boy Name Meaning and Pronunciation". 2024-06-23. Retrieved 2024-10-10.