The heart of the father
Derived from the Igbo language of Nigeria, this name combines 'obi' (heart or mind) and 'nna' (father). It traditionally signifies a child who is close to his father's heart or a gift from God the Father.
About 16 boys were named Obinna in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Nigerian professional footballer
Former NBA player
