Chiedza
Shona · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Chiedza
Chiedza is a Shona name meaning "light" or "brightness," derived from the Bantu linguistic root found in the Shona language of Zimbabwe.
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Etymology
Chiedza is a Shona name meaning "light" or "brightness," derived from the Bantu linguistic root found in the Shona language of Zimbabwe. The name is used primarily among Shona people of Zimbabwe and other Southern African communities, with cultural significance in traditional Shona society and among both Christian and non-religious Shona-speaking populations.
Chiedza currently ranks #4,646 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2007.
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