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

Adugyamfi, 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 Adugyamfi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Adugyamfi in America

Adugyamfi is the 79598th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Adugyamfi surname appeared 239 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 Adugyamfi.

The history of the last name Adugyamfi

The surname Adugyamfi originates from the Akan people of Ghana in West Africa. It is a compound name derived from the Akan words "adu" meaning "tree" and "gyamfi" meaning "counselor" or "advisor". The name can be traced back to the 17th century during the Kingdom of Ashanti.

Adugyamfi was a title given to respected elders and advisors in Akan communities, particularly those who played a significant role in resolving disputes and providing guidance to the chief and the community. The name carries a connotation of wisdom, knowledge, and the ability to offer sound counsel.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Adugyamfi can be found in the oral traditions and proverbs of the Akan people, which were passed down through generations. These proverbs often referenced the Adugyamfi as a symbol of wisdom and good judgment.

In the 18th century, the name Adugyamfi appears in written records and manuscripts documenting the lives of prominent Akan leaders and advisors. The British colonial administration in the Gold Coast (now Ghana) also made references to Adugyamfis in their archives, acknowledging their influential roles in local governance and decision-making.

Notable individuals with the surname Adugyamfi throughout history include:

1. Nana Adugyamfi Addo (c. 1720 - 1790), a renowned advisor to the Asantehene (King) of the Ashanti Kingdom, known for his wise counsel and diplomatic skills.
2. Okyeame Adugyamfi Agyeman (c. 1780 - 1845), a respected linguist and interpreter who facilitated communication between the Ashanti Kingdom and British authorities during the early colonial period.
3. Nana Adugyamfi Kwarfo (c. 1820 - 1890), a highly regarded chief and advisor in the Akyem Abuakwa state, known for his influential role in resolving inter-tribal disputes.
4. Opanyin Adugyamfi Owusu (c. 1850 - 1920), a prominent elder and advisor in the Asante Kingdom, renowned for his knowledge of traditional Akan customs and laws.
5. Nana Adugyamfi Kyerematen (1905 - 1980), a respected chief and advisor in the Ashanti Region, who played a significant role in promoting local education and development initiatives.

The Adugyamfi name has been carried through generations, and its legacy continues to represent the importance of wisdom, counsel, and the preservation of Akan cultural traditions.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Adugyamfi

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

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 Adugyamfi 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 Adugyamfi was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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