Chukwu Ikpechi

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Name: Chukwu Ikpechi

Gender: Masculine

Origin: Africa

Language: African

Thematic: Theology

Meaning: Chukwu, simply means 'God/Creator' or 'luck'. 'Chi' also means 'God'/'Creator' or 'luck'. The name is peculiar to the Igbo Tribe, one of the three major tribes of Nigeria. Its origin spans from South - East, Nigeria, West Africa, to some East African countries. It is a name associated with religiousity or piety. It behoves on the bearer some degree and sense of responsibility, as well as respect.

Ikpe, implies 'jugdement', also an Igbo name(from South-East, Nigeria). Hence, 'Ikpe+Chukwu' or 'Ikpe+Chi' = Judgement of God. The name ponders God's sagacity and justification. Ikpechi, or Ikpechukwu, conveys a sense of discipline on the bearer.

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