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

Ampofo, 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 Ampofo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ampofo in America

Ampofo is the 67943rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ampofo surname appeared 290 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 Ampofo.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ampofo 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 Ampofo

The surname AMPOFO originated in Ghana, West Africa, and can be traced back to the Akan people, one of the largest ethnic groups in the region. The name is derived from the Akan language and is believed to have originated in the 16th or 17th century.

The Akan people were known for their rich cultural traditions, including their naming practices. The name AMPOFO is thought to be derived from the Akan word "ampon," which means "to lead" or "to guide." It is possible that the name was initially given to individuals who held leadership roles or served as guides within their communities.

While there are no definitive records of the name's earliest appearances, it is likely that AMPOFO was first used among the Akan people in the regions of present-day Ghana, such as the Ashanti and Central regions. As the Akan people migrated and interacted with other groups, the name may have spread to neighboring areas and countries.

One of the earliest known individuals with the surname AMPOFO was Kwame Ampofo, a prominent Ghanaian politician and diplomat who served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs and later as the Minister of Education in the 1960s. He was born in 1915 and played a significant role in Ghana's post-independence government.

Another notable figure with the AMPOFO surname was Nana Akua Ampofo, a Ghanaian philanthropist and entrepreneur who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. She was known for her contributions to the development of education and healthcare in her community.

In the realm of sports, Kwadwo Ampofo, a Ghanaian footballer, gained recognition for his achievements in the late 20th century. He played for several clubs, including Asante Kotoko and the Ghanaian national team.

Afua Ampofo, a Ghanaian writer and poet, made significant contributions to the literary world in the 20th century. Her works explored themes of identity, culture, and the experiences of women in Ghanaian society.

It is worth noting that the AMPOFO surname may have variations in spelling, such as Ampofoh or Ampofow, due to regional dialects or transliteration differences. Additionally, the name may have been adapted or adopted by other cultural groups within Ghana or neighboring countries over time.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ampofo

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

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

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