Great deeds
A common short form of the Igbo name Chukwuemeka, which translates to 'God has done great things.' It is often used as a standalone name in Nigeria and among the diaspora, signifying gratitude and divine favor.
Less common today
Emeka isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,746 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
NBA Rookie of the Year and Olympic medalist
Prominent Nollywood actor
Former Commonwealth Secretary-General
Congolese international footballer
