Chinelo is of Igbo origin, a prominent ethnic group in Nigeria. It is derived from the Igbo words "chi" meaning god and "nelo" meaning to be seen. Therefore, Chinelo translates to "God sees me." This name holds significant cultural and spiritual importance among the Igbo people, expressing the belief that divine beings are aware of one's existence and presence.
"Between 1983 and 2015, the name Chinelo was given to a total of 131 newborns, with peak years being 1993 and 2003, each having 11 and 9 births respectively."