Chido
Bantu · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Chido
Chido is a Shona name meaning "good" or "goodness," derived from the Bantu linguistic root reflecting positive qualities.
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Etymology
Chido is a Shona name meaning "good" or "goodness," derived from the Bantu linguistic root reflecting positive qualities. The name is primarily used among Shona people of Zimbabwe and other Southern African communities, with cultural significance in traditional Bantu naming practices.
Chido currently ranks #4,739 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2009.
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