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

Akeo, 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 Akeo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Akeo in America

Akeo is the 130610th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Akeo surname appeared 130 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 Akeo.

We can also compare 2010 data for Akeo to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Akeo

The surname AKEO has its origins in the ancient region of Akwamu, located in present-day Ghana. It can be traced back to the 16th century, when the Akwamu people established their powerful kingdom along the eastern banks of the Volta River. The name AKEO is derived from the Akan language spoken by the Akwamu, with its roots likely stemming from a phrase or title associated with leadership or nobility within their society.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the AKEO surname can be found in the oral traditions and historical accounts passed down by the Akwamu people themselves. These narratives often referred to prominent figures and rulers bearing the name, though specific dates and details are difficult to pinpoint due to the oral nature of the records.

As the Akwamu Kingdom expanded its influence and engaged in various conflicts with neighboring states, such as the Ashanti and Fante, the name AKEO began to appear in written records and chronicles from the late 17th and early 18th centuries. These records, often compiled by European traders and explorers who interacted with the Akwamu, provide glimpses into the significance of the AKEO name during that era.

Notable individuals bearing the AKEO surname include Akwamu ruler Ansa Akeo (c. 1680-1720), whose reign was marked by significant territorial expansion and military victories. Another prominent figure was Osei Akeo (c. 1725-1790), a renowned diplomat and negotiator who played a crucial role in maintaining peace between the Akwamu and neighboring kingdoms.

In the 19th century, the AKEO name gained further prominence with the birth of Kwame Akeo (1825-1890), a respected scholar and historian who documented the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the Akwamu people. His works continue to serve as invaluable resources for understanding the history of the region.

As the Akwamu Kingdom declined in the late 19th century, many individuals bearing the AKEO surname dispersed throughout West Africa and beyond, carrying with them the legacy of their ancestral name. This diaspora contributed to the spread and preservation of the AKEO surname across various communities and regions.

Over time, variations and alternative spellings of the name emerged, such as Akuyo, Akeyo, and Akio, reflecting the diversity of languages and cultural influences encountered by those bearing the surname. Despite these variations, the AKEO name remains deeply rooted in its Akwamu origins and continues to hold significance as a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of the region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Akeo

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

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 Akeo 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.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Akeo has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

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

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