Supreme
A traditional Igbo name from Nigeria, it is often given to girls to honor the importance of motherhood. In Igbo culture, the name reflects the high status and spiritual significance of the maternal figure. It gained some international recognition through prominent African athletes and authors.
Less common today
Nneka isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,450 in 1992.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
WNBA MVP and All-Star basketball player
Nigerian-German hip hop and soul singer
Fashion model