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

Ameyaw, 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 Ameyaw surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ameyaw in America

Ameyaw is the 123796th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ameyaw surname appeared 139 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 Ameyaw.

The history of the last name Ameyaw

The surname "AMEYAW" is of West African origin, specifically from the Akan people of Ghana. It is believed to have emerged in the 16th or 17th century within the Ashanti Kingdom, which was a prominent empire in what is now modern-day Ghana.

The name "AMEYAW" is derived from the Akan language, which is spoken by various ethnic groups in Ghana, including the Ashanti people. It is thought to be a combination of two words: "ame" meaning "person" or "human being," and "yaw" meaning "born on Thursday." Therefore, the name "AMEYAW" likely referred to a person who was born on a Thursday, reflecting the traditional Akan naming system.

While there are no known historical references to the name "AMEYAW" in ancient manuscripts or records, it is possible that some early examples of the name may have been recorded in local Akan communities or oral traditions. However, written records from that period are scarce due to the predominantly oral culture of the region at the time.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname "AMEYAW" was Kwasi Ameyaw, a renowned Ghanaian musician and composer who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He was known for his contributions to the development of traditional Akan music and his compositions that blended African and Western styles.

Another notable figure was Ama Ameyaw, a Ghanaian educationist and women's rights activist who lived in the early to mid-20th century. She was instrumental in advocating for the education of girls and women in Ghana and played a significant role in the country's educational system.

In the realm of sports, Kwame Ameyaw was a prominent Ghanaian footballer who played as a striker for various clubs in Ghana and abroad in the 1970s and 1980s. He represented the Ghanaian national team and is remembered for his goal-scoring prowess.

Yaw Ameyaw was a respected Ghanaian academic and writer who lived in the late 20th century. He authored several books on Akan culture, history, and literature, and his works are widely regarded as important contributions to the preservation and understanding of Akan heritage.

Finally, Akosua Ameyaw was a renowned Ghanaian artist and sculptor who gained recognition for her intricate wood carvings and sculptures depicting traditional Akan themes and motifs. Her works have been exhibited both locally and internationally, celebrating the rich cultural heritage of Ghana.

These examples illustrate the diverse fields in which individuals with the surname "AMEYAW" have made significant contributions throughout history, from music and education to sports, literature, and art.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ameyaw

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

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

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