Igbo

Chiwetel

Pronounced CHOO-ih-telShare

Meaning: God brings

  • Boy
  • Rare gem
  • 3 syllables

The story

Chiwetel is an Igbo name invoking God as the one who brings. Its meaning is a compact verbal expression, without an additional “gift” specified in the name.

Nicknames

  • Chi

Spellings & variants

  • Chiwetelu

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

Origins

Chiwetel comes from Igbo.

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