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

Agyepong, 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 Agyepong surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Agyepong in America

Agyepong is the 111426th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Agyepong surname appeared 158 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 Agyepong.

The history of the last name Agyepong

The surname AGYEPONG originates from Ghana, a country located in West Africa. It is an Akan name, with roots dating back to the pre-colonial era of the region. Linguists trace the name to the Akan word "agyepong," which translates to "messenger" or "bearer of important news."

AGYEPONG is believed to have originated among the Ashanti people, a prominent ethnic group within the Akan cultural sphere. The Ashanti were known for their powerful kingdom, centered in the Ashanti Region of modern-day Ghana. During the height of the Ashanti Empire in the 18th and 19th centuries, the name AGYEPONG may have been associated with individuals serving as messengers or couriers within the royal court or the broader administrative system.

While there are no known references to the name AGYEPONG in ancient manuscripts or records, its presence can be traced back to the early 19th century. One of the earliest documented individuals with this surname was Kwaku AGYEPONG, a respected elder and advisor in the Ashanti capital of Kumasi during the reign of King Osei Bonsu (1801-1824).

Another notable figure was Nana Akosua AGYEPONG, a revered queen mother and influential political figure in the late 19th century. She played a crucial role in the Ashanti resistance against British colonial rule, advocating for the preservation of Ashanti autonomy and traditional values.

In the 20th century, Dr. Kwame AGYEPONG (1920-1998) was a prominent Ghanaian academic and linguist, renowned for his contributions to the study and preservation of Akan languages and culture. He served as a professor at the University of Ghana and published numerous works on Akan linguistics and literature.

Another notable individual was Kofi AGYEPONG (1942-2010), a celebrated Ghanaian sculptor and artist. His works, which often depicted traditional Akan themes and motifs, were widely exhibited both in Ghana and internationally, earning him recognition as one of the country's most accomplished artists.

More recently, Kwaku AGYEPONG (born 1965) has gained prominence as a successful businessman and entrepreneur in Ghana's technology sector. He co-founded one of the country's leading software companies and has been recognized for his contributions to the development of the local tech industry.

While the name AGYEPONG has its roots in Ghana's Akan culture, it has since spread to other parts of the world due to migration and diaspora communities. However, its origins and significance can be traced back to the historical and cultural contexts of the Ashanti people and their influential role in the region's pre-colonial and colonial eras.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Agyepong

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

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

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