NWEKE
Nweke
Nweke is a British surname, which has its origins in Nigeria, specifically among the Igbo people. The name is predominantly found within the Igbo community in Nigeria but has also spread to other parts of the world, including the United Kingdom.
The surname Nweke is believed to have derived from Igbo words like "nwè" meaning 'be', 'it is' and "ke" which could be linked to 'genuine', 'pure', or 'authentic'. Therefore, the name Nweke can be interpreted as 'it is genuine' or 'he is authentic'.
As with many surnames, the migration and diaspora of the Igbo people have led to the spread of the surname Nweke to various countries, including the UK. In Britain, individuals with the surname Nweke have made contributions to various fields, be it academia, business, politics, or the arts.
The Nweke surname exemplifies the rich cultural tapestry of the Igbo people and their migration patterns, reflecting the interconnectedness of the global community through diverse surnames and identities.
There are approximately 161 people named Nweke in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Nweke.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Charles
- Christopher
- Emmanuel
- Evans
- Henry
- Michael
- Peter
- Uchenna
- Victor
Female
- Anny
- Chinelo
- Chinyere
- Elizabeth
- Esther
- Judith
- Nancy
- Nnenna
- Philomena
- Vivienne
Similar and related surnames
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