Obinna

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Obinna
GenderMale
Origin
Word/nameIgbo
MeaningFather's heart
Other names
Related namesObi

Obinna is an Igbo name, or sometimes surname. The name's origin is from the Igbo, located in south eastern Nigeria, and is usually male. Though people from other cultures may bear the name. The direct English translation is, "father's heart". [1] The name also means "Father's throne" depending on the context. This further explains why it's usually a name for the first sons of Igbo families. Notable people with the name include:

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  1. ""O" Names". Archived from the original on 2008-08-08. Retrieved 2008-08-12.