Gender: Female
Origin: Igbo
Meaning: Hopeful and optimistic about the future
Pronunciation: N-kee-roo-kah, ˈnkiˌɹuˌka, NG K AH R UW K AH
Popularity Rank: #26,358
Derived from the Igbo language, the name Nkiruka means 'the best is yet to come' or 'we are looking forward with hope'. It conveys optimism, positivity, and anticipation for a bright future.
The name Nkiruka is of Igbo origin and means Hopeful and optimistic about the future. It is often used as a Female name and is mostly used as a First Name.
Nkiruka is commonly found in Nigeria, United States of America, Cameroon, and 14 more countries.
Phonetic Pronunciation: N-kee-roo-kah
IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet): ˈnkiˌɹuˌka
ARPAbet Phonetic Pronunciation: NG K AH R UW K AH
NG: Pronounce as in "sing" (S IH NG)
K: Pronounce as in "cat" (K AE T)
AH: Pronounce as in "but" (B AH T)
R: Pronounce as in "red" (R EH D)
UW: Pronounce as in "blue" (B L UW)
K: Pronounce as in "cat" (K AE T)
AH: Pronounce as in "but" (B AH T)
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At NamesLook, the name Nkiruka is recorded 1,426 times globally, ranking it as the 26,358th most common name worldwide.
Nkiruka is most prevalent in Nigeria, with 1,347 occurrences, making it the 975th most popular name in the country.
In Nigeria, the name Nkiruka is found among 1 in every 861 people, showcasing its highest frequency there.
| Country | Rank | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | #975 | 1 : 861 |
| United States of America | #32,667 | 1 : 44,125 |
This chart displays the ranking of the name Nkiruka from 1980 to 2023, based on the most recent data from the U.S. Social Security Administration.
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