Azikiwe is a Nigerian male given name and surname 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) The wife of Nnamdi Azikiwe, the first First Lady of Nigeria.
- Goodluck Jonathan (born 1957) Nigerian politician and a former Nigeria president.
References
edit- ^ "Azikiwe - Igbo Boy Name Meaning and Pronunciation". 2024-06-23. Retrieved 2024-10-10.
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