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

Aluko, 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 Aluko surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Aluko in America

Aluko is the 75317th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Aluko surname appeared 256 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 Aluko.

We can also compare 2010 data for Aluko 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 Aluko

The surname ALUKO is of Yoruba origin, an ethnic group native to southwestern Nigeria. It is believed to have emerged in the early 17th century in the region now known as Oyo State. The name is derived from the Yoruba word "aluko," which means "one who is wealthy or prosperous."

In the early days, the ALUKO name was primarily associated with individuals or families who possessed significant wealth, land, or influence within their communities. This connection to prosperity and affluence likely contributed to the name's adoption and propagation.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the ALUKO surname can be found in the oral histories and genealogical records maintained by the Yoruba people. These accounts describe prominent ALUKO families who played influential roles in the political and cultural affairs of various Yoruba kingdoms and city-states.

During the 19th century, the ALUKO name gained wider recognition due to the exploits of a renowned Yoruba military leader named Aluko Laleye. Born in 1820, Aluko Laleye was a skilled warrior and strategist who played a pivotal role in the expansion and defense of the Oyo Empire.

Another notable individual bearing the ALUKO surname was Reverend Samuel Ajayi Aluko, a prominent Christian missionary and educator born in 1876. He was instrumental in establishing several schools and churches across southwestern Nigeria, contributing significantly to the spread of Western education and Christianity in the region.

In the realm of literature, Amos Tutuola Aluko (1920-1997) was a pioneering Nigerian author whose works, such as "The Palm-Wine Drinkard" and "My Life in the Bush of Ghosts," gained international recognition for their unique blend of Yoruba folklore and magical realism.

Professor Sam Aluko (1925-2019), an esteemed economist and academic, played a crucial role in shaping Nigeria's economic policies during the early years of independence. His contributions to the field of development economics and his advocacy for sustainable economic growth left a lasting impact on the country.

Lastly, Chief Alao Adebayo Aluko (1938-2022), a respected businessman and philanthropist, was renowned for his entrepreneurial endeavors and his support of various educational and charitable initiatives, particularly in his home state of Osun.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the ALUKO surname throughout history, reflecting the rich cultural heritage and diverse contributions associated with this name of Yoruba origin.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Aluko

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

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

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