Tobenna

Tobenna Origin and Meaning

The name Tobenna is a boy's name.

Tobenna is a masculine name of Igbo origin from Nigeria, particularly common among the Igbo people of southeastern Nigeria. The name typically means "God's greatness" or "from God's greatness," reflecting the important role of spirituality in Igbo naming traditions. Tobenna follows the meaningful naming patterns common in Nigerian cultures, where names often represent aspirations, circumstances of birth, or religious devotion. While well-established in Nigeria, Tobenna remains relatively uncommon in Western countries, though increasing global connections have led to more diverse naming practices. The name maintains its cultural integrity while being reasonably intuitive for non-Igbo speakers to pronounce, making it accessible for families with Nigerian heritage living abroad.