Onyeka

Onyeka
GenderUnisex
LanguageIgbo
Origin
Word/nameNigeria
Meaningsomeone who is strong
Region of originSouth East, Nigeria

Onyeka audio is a Nigerian given name and surname of Igbo origin, it means “Who is greater” It is a name that evokes feelings of awe, respect, and connection to the divine. The diminutive forms include Onyekachi and Onyekachukwu which mean "Who is greater than God".

Notable individuals with the name

As a forename

As a surname

See also

References

  1. ^ Larkin, Colin (2009). "Onyeka". The Encyclopedia of Popular Music (4th ed.). Oxford University Press. doi:10.1093/acref/9780195313734.001.0001. ISBN 9780199726363.
  2. ^ "Iconic singer, Onyeka Onwenu dies after performance in Lagos". The Guardian. Nigeria. 31 July 2024.