Find out how popular the last name Adisa is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Adisa.

Adisa, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Adisa surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Adisa in America

Adisa is the 99378th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Adisa surname appeared 182 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Adisa.

The history of the last name Adisa

The surname Adisa has its origins in the Yoruba language spoken primarily in southwestern Nigeria and the surrounding region. It dates back to the 15th century and is derived from the Yoruba word "adisa," which means "born into comfort" or "born into wealth." This suggests that the surname was initially bestowed upon individuals who were born into prosperous or affluent families within Yoruba society.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Adisa can be found in the historical records of the ancient Oyo Empire, a prominent Yoruba kingdom that ruled over much of present-day southwestern Nigeria between the 16th and 19th centuries. These records document several prominent individuals bearing the surname Adisa who held influential positions within the empire's administration and military.

In the 17th century, a notable figure named Adisa Ogunlere (c. 1630-1690) gained recognition as a skilled military commander and strategist in the service of the Oyo Empire. His exploits were chronicled in oral histories and local folklore, and his name became associated with bravery and leadership.

During the 18th century, the surname Adisa appeared in various written records and manuscripts documenting trade agreements and diplomatic relations between the Oyo Empire and neighboring kingdoms, as well as European merchants and explorers visiting the region.

Another notable individual bearing the surname Adisa was Adisa Akinoye (1780-1845), a respected chief and advisor to the Alafin (ruler) of the Oyo Empire. Akinoye played a significant role in mediating disputes and fostering peaceful relations between the Oyo and neighboring kingdoms.

In the 19th century, the surname Adisa gained further prominence through the accomplishments of Adisa Olubadan (1810-1875), a distinguished military leader and chief who played a crucial role in the resistance against the Fulani conquest of the Yoruba kingdoms. His bravery and strategic leadership earned him a legendary status in Yoruba history.

Over the centuries, the surname Adisa has spread beyond its Yoruba origins and can now be found in various parts of West Africa, as well as among the descendants of the African diaspora in the Americas and other regions of the world. However, its roots remain deeply intertwined with the rich cultural heritage and history of the Yoruba people.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Adisa

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Adisa.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Adisa was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Adisa was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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