Ikenna

Meaning of Ikenna

Ikenna, pronounced ee-KEN-uh, is a spirited Igbo name meaning “power of the Father,” conjuring images of unwavering support and ancestral strength. Evoking the heart of Nigeria’s Igbo heritage, this name speaks to both the quiet determination of everyday heroes and the high-reaching aspirations of dreamers. Like a steady drumbeat at a festive gathering, Ikenna carries a rhythm of courage and compassion, promising to inspire all who cross his path. Even in Anglo-American nurseries, parents are drawn to its melodic cadence, often imagining little Ikenna outshining peers with both wit and warmth. Bearing this name, a boy is not only embraced by tradition but also emboldened to chart his own course, weaving legacy and possibility together in every step.

Pronunciation

Igbo

  • Pronunced as ee-KEN-uh (/iˈkɛnə/)

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Notable People Named Ikenna

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