Origin and Meaning of Chika

Wisdom or knowledge, depending on regional variations

Origin: Japanese - Chika can be derived from various kanji characters, with 達 (chi) meaning 'reach' or 'achieve' and 香 (ka) meaning 'fragrance'. The combination can imply a sense of wisdom and beauty.

• Chika is a popular feminine name in Japan, often given to girls born in spring, symbolizing new beginnings.
• In Nigerian culture, Chika (short for Chikadibia or Chikainya) is often a masculine name meaning 'God knows the truth' in the Igbo language.
• Notable bearers include Chika Anadu, a Nigerian filmmaker, and several Japanese singers and actresses with the first name Chika.
• In terms of popularity, the name Chika has seen various levels of usage, with significant recognition in both Japan and Nigeria, but not widely known internationally.
• Variations of the name include Chikako, which incorporates a suffix meaning ‘child’ or ‘girl’, and it can also be a diminutive for names such as Chikage.