Nneka
Fact sheet
- Name
- Nneka
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The first name Nneka, which is female, can be translated from the Igbo language as 'my mother is the greatest'.
What does the name Nneka mean?
The name Nneka means 'my mother is the greatest' in the Igbo language.
Where does the name Nneka come from?
Nneka is a female first name that originates from the Igbo language and carries the meaning 'my mother is the greatest'. The Igbo language belongs to the African languages and is particularly widespread in Nigeria and West Africa.
Popularity
In Germany, Nneka is one of the rarer first names. In 2022, it ranked 5,539th on the list of the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 2012, when it reached 1,609th place. Over the last ten years, Nneka has been given about 30 times, placing it 4,561st in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 3,985th.
Nicknames & pet names
Nne-Nne
Famous people
- Francisca Nneka Okeke (American physicist)
- Nneka (singer)
- Nneka Ogwumike (American basketball player)
- Nneka Okpala (New Zealand athlete)
- Nneka Onyejekwe (volleyball player from Romania)
Frequently asked questions about the name Nneka
What is the meaning of the name Nneka?
The name Nneka means 'my mother is the greatest' in the Igbo language.
Where does the name Nneka come from?
Nneka originates from the Igbo language, which is primarily spoken in Nigeria and West Africa.
How popular is the name Nneka?
Nneka enjoys great popularity in certain regions, especially in Nigeria, while being less common in other countries.