Boy · #10,556 in 2026

Chimezie

Chimezie is a name of Igbo origin from southeastern Nigeria. Derived from the Igbo language, the name combines Chi and mezie and is commonly translated as “May God make it good," "May God fix it,” “God makes it right,” or “God has repaired it.” Chimezie is both a given name and a surname.

Current Rank
#10,556
Peak Rank
#10,556 (2001)
Total Babies
5
5-Yr Trend
Stable
2001
First Year
2001
Last Year
2001
Peak Year
#10556
Peak Rank
5
Total Count
1
Years Active

Meaning & Origin of Chimezie

What this name means, where it came from, and how it has traveled across cultures.

Chimezie is a name of Igbo origin from southeastern Nigeria. Derived from the Igbo language, the name combines Chi and mezie and is commonly translated as “May God make it good," "May God fix it,” “God makes it right,” or “God has repaired it.” Chimezie is both a given name and a surname.

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The Story of Chimezie

Chimezie first appeared in U.S. Social Security Administration records as a baby boy name in 2001, with 5 babies given the name that year. Its peak popularity came in 2001, when 5 Chimezies were born — ranking #10,556 that year. As of 2026, Chimezie ranks #10,556 for baby boys with 5 births, with steady use. In total, more than 5 Chimezies have been born in the U.S. since records began in 1880, spanning the 2000s through the 2020s.

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Notable people named Chimezie

A small selection from Wikipedia. Tap "Read more" below to see the full list on Wikipedia.

  • Chimezie Emewulu (born 1983), Nigerian technology executive & businessman
  • Chimezie Ikeazor (1930–2012), Nigerian lawyer
  • Chimezie Imo (born 1992), Nigerian actor
  • Chimezie Mbah (born 1992), Nigerian footballer
  • Chimezie Metu (born 1997), Nigerian-American basketball player
  • Chimezie Onwuzulike (born 1987), Nigerian cricketer
  • Maxwell Chimezie Egwuatu (born 1991), Nigerian footballer

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Names that sound like Chimezie

Phonetically similar names — useful when Chimezie is the vibe but a different syllable count or letter feel might suit better. Linked entries have a profile on Peek a Name.

  • Cheesy
  • Cimi
  • Shamsi
  • Chimes
  • Chums
  • Choosy
  • Chese
  • Chummy
  • Choosey
  • Chancy
  • Chauncey
  • Chines

Source: Datamuse . Phonetic similarity ranking, not curated.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chimezie

What does the name Chimezie mean?
Chimezie is a name of Igbo origin from southeastern Nigeria. Derived from the Igbo language, the name combines Chi and mezie and is commonly translated as “May God make it good," "May God fix it,” “God makes it right,” or “God has repaired it.” Chimezie is both a given name and a surname.
How popular is Chimezie in 2026?
In 2026, Chimezie ranks #10,556 among boys' names in the U.S., with 5 babies given the name that year.
When was Chimezie most popular?
Chimezie reached its peak popularity in 2001, ranking #10,556 that year with 5 babies given the name.
Is Chimezie a unisex name?
In U.S. Social Security records, Chimezie is primarily a boy's name. We don't have meaningful data for it as a girl's name.
What names go well with Chimezie?
Names that share a similar style or popularity range with Chimezie include Abdelkareem, Abey, Aidann. These pairings are based on rank proximity and naming era in U.S. data.

About the name Chimezie

Chimezie is a boy baby name tracked by the U.S. Social Security Administration. It first appeared in SSA records in 2001 and has accumulated 5 births in the dataset. Chimezie's peak popularity came in 2001 when it ranked #10,556. Use the chart and map above to compare Chimezie's trajectory across years and U.S. states, or browse the related names section to discover similar choices.

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Data sources

  • Birth statistics (counts, ranks, years 1880–2026) — U.S. Social Security Administration . Predictions for years not yet released by SSA are computed by Peek a Name from historical trends; we update with official data as soon as it ships.
  • Etymology, cultural origins, and related forms — Behind the Name (used under their public API terms).
  • Meaning prose and editorial summary — Wikipedia article extracts, licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0 .
  • Predicted nationality distribution — Nationalize.io .
  • Phonetically similar names — Datamuse .

Peek a Name aggregates and presents the above data for informational purposes. Statistical predictions and external attributions are clearly labelled where shown; we make no guarantee of accuracy beyond what each source provides.