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

Akintunde, 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 Akintunde surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Akintunde in America

Akintunde is the 103181st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Akintunde surname appeared 174 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 Akintunde.

The history of the last name Akintunde

The surname Akintunde originated from the Yoruba people of southwestern Nigeria. It is a compound word derived from the combination of "akin" meaning brave or valiant, and "tunde" meaning to resurge or revive.

In the 17th century, the name Akintunde was primarily found among the Iyo people, a subgroup of the Yoruba ethnic group residing in the present-day Ekiti State of Nigeria. It was traditionally bestowed upon individuals who displayed exceptional bravery and resilience in times of adversity or conflict.

Early records indicate that the name Akintunde appeared in various oral traditions and folklore of the Yoruba people, often associated with tales of heroic deeds and acts of valor. However, there are no known instances of the name being documented in ancient manuscripts or historical texts from that era.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Akintunde dates back to the late 18th century, when a prominent Iyo warrior bearing that name played a significant role in defending his community against invading forces. His bravery and leadership during the conflict earned him widespread recognition and cemented the name's association with valor and resilience.

During the 19th century, the name Akintunde gained further prominence within the Yoruba community. Notable individuals bearing this surname include Akintunde Ogunmola (1810-1885), a renowned farmer and community leader known for his wisdom and leadership skills, and Akintunde Ajayi (1835-1901), a respected trader and philanthropist who contributed greatly to the development of his hometown.

In the 20th century, the name Akintunde continued to be carried by individuals of Yoruba descent, with several notable figures emerging. Akintunde Oluwole (1920-1995) was a prominent Nigerian academic and linguist who made significant contributions to the study of the Yoruba language and culture. Akintunde Akinwande (1935-2013) was a highly respected Nigerian diplomat and politician who served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs from 1986 to 1987.

Akintunde Akinola (1947-2020) was a celebrated Nigerian artist and sculptor, renowned for his intricate wood carvings that depicted various aspects of Yoruba culture and tradition. His works were exhibited in galleries and museums around the world, earning him international acclaim.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Akintunde

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

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

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