Chukwu
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masculine
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Meaning & Etymology
The name 'Chukwu' means 'the great god' in Igbo, derived from the words 'chi' meaning 'god, spiritual being' and 'úkwú' meaning 'great'. In traditional Igbo belief, Chukwu is the supreme deity and the creator of the universe. Christian Igbo people also use this name to refer to the Christian god. Chukwu is considered the source of all other Igbo deities, responsible for assigning them their tasks and controlling everything on Earth and in the spiritual world. Chukwu is believed to be an omnipote...
Etymology
Original Form:
Chi (god, spiritual being) + úkwú (great)
Evolution:
The name 'Chukwu' evolved as a portmanteau of the Igbo words 'chi' and 'ukwu', symbolizing the supreme deity in Igbo spirituality.
Source:
Linguistic studies and traditional Igbo belief