Obinna

“Igbo”

Nigeria origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#5004US 2023

20Births / yr

↑Rising

797All-time births

📅 Since 197700

What does Obinna mean and where does it come from?

Obinna is a male given name of Igbo origin, commonly used in Nigeria. The name has deep cultural significance in the Igbo community, often reflecting the importance of familial and divine relationships. It is also popular among the Igbo diaspora. The name can denote affection and a close connection

Cultural significance

Obinna has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Nigeria-speaking communities, where it reflects values of igbo.

Peak popularity

Reached #2809 in 1997 — currently #5004 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Obinna?

Obinna works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Obinna Grace

How popular is Obinna right now?

Rising fast — up 1061 spots — currently #5004 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#5004 · Top 3.7%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5004	20	▲ up 1061 · +33% births
2022	#6065	15	▼ down 570 · -12% births
2021	#5495	17	▲ up 568 · +21% births
2020	#6063	14	▼ down 686 · -18% births
2015	#5377	17	▼ down 439 · -11% births
2010	#4938	19	▼ down 222 · +6% births
2005	#4716	18	▼ down 1345 · -28% births
2000	#3371	25	▼ down 548 · -4% births
1995	#2823	26	▲ up 460 · +37% births
1990	#3283	19	▼ down 81 · +27% births
1985	#3202	15	▲ up 3818 · +200% births
1980	#7020	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Obinna

Best Year1995Rank #2823

Peak Count26

Average Rank#4780

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1980 - 202312 years

The story of Obinna

Obinna is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1977. With 797 total births recorded, Obinna remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #7020 in 1980 to #5004 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Obinna in 1997:

Michael Jacob Matthew Christopher Joshua

Obinna by decade

Obinna peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	28
1980s	138
1990s	215
2000s ★	237
2010s	165
2020s	14

💎Obinna has only 797 total recorded births since 1977 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Obinna?

Common

ObiObObieObyInna

What names sound and feel like Obinna?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Obinna also consider these

Tobenna

Nigeria · God's good is

Obiora

Nigeria · the heart is

Ikenna

Nigeria · Strength of the

Ugonna

Nigeria · God's will or

Ahanna

Nigeria · the one who

Ifenna

Nigeria · the father is

Lotanna

Nigeria · God's wakefulness

Kobina

Ghana · Born on a

Common questions about the name Obinna

What does the name Obinna mean?

Obinna means "Igbo" — a name rooted in Nigeria tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Obinna?

Obinna is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Obinna have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Obinna?

Obinna originates from Nigeria tradition. Nigeria names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Obinna?

Obinna pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Nigeria heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Obinna trending right now?

Obinna is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.