Chidera

Chidera is a unisex name that has its origins in West Africa and comes from Igbo. It is translated as "God has written" or "written by God."

What does the name Chidera mean?

The name Chidera, used for both girls and boys, has its roots in Igbo and means "God has written" or "written by God."

Where does the name Chidera come from?

Chidera is a gender-neutral first name of Igbo origin, meaning "God has written" or "written by God." The Igbo language is one of the African languages spoken in Nigeria and West Africa.

How do you pronounce Chidera?

The pronunciation of Chidera is three syllables and is articulated as "Chi-de-ra" [tʃiˈdeːʁa]. The gentle affricate sound at the beginning gives the name a dynamic quality. The stressed syllable with a long e brings brightness to the sound, while the rolled or guttural r creates a special resonance. Chidera sounds powerful and melodic, with a clear structure at its core and a harmonious overall effect.

Popularity

In Germany, Chidera is a rather rare name. Currently, it ranks 5,884th on the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2008, when it reached 1,636th place. Over the last ten years, Chidera has been given as a first name approximately 80 times, placing it 2,855th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,692nd.

Nicknames & pet names

Chichi / Chida / Chidi / Chilli / Dera / Sisi