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

Amouzou, 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 Amouzou surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Amouzou in America

Amouzou is the 112568th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Amouzou surname appeared 156 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 Amouzou.

The history of the last name Amouzou

The surname AMOUZOU has its origins in West Africa, specifically in the country of Benin. It is believed to have emerged during the 17th century, derived from the Fon language spoken by the Fon people, one of the largest ethnic groups in Benin.

The name AMOUZOU is thought to be a combination of two Fon words, "amo" meaning "water" and "zou" meaning "to carry" or "to transport." This suggests that the name may have originally referred to an occupation or profession related to water transportation or trade along the coastal regions of Benin.

Historical records from the region are limited, but some early mentions of the name AMOUZOU can be found in local chronicles and oral traditions. One notable individual was Amouzou Glélé, a prominent trader and merchant who lived in the early 18th century and was known for his successful trade ventures along the coast of the Bight of Benin.

Another significant figure was Amouzou Béhanzin, a ruler of the Kingdom of Dahomey (now part of Benin) who reigned from 1889 to 1894. He is remembered for his resistance against French colonial rule and his efforts to preserve the independence of his kingdom.

In the 19th century, the name AMOUZOU gained wider recognition when members of the family were involved in the transatlantic slave trade. One notable example was Amouzou Koudagbo, a wealthy slave trader who operated out of the port city of Ouidah, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Outside of Benin, the name AMOUZOU can be found among the African diaspora, particularly in parts of the Caribbean and Latin America. One prominent individual was Amouzou Bedinan, a Beninese writer and poet who lived in the 20th century and was known for his works exploring African identity and culture.

It is worth noting that the name AMOUZOU has undergone various spellings and variations over time, reflecting the influence of different languages and cultural contexts. However, its roots can be traced back to the Fon people of Benin and their rich cultural heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Amouzou

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

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

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