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

Ansah, 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 Ansah surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ansah in America

Ansah is the 30165th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ansah surname appeared 777 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 Ansah.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ansah 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 Ansah

The surname ANSAH originates from the Akan people of Ghana, West Africa. It is believed to have emerged around the 16th century, when the Akan kingdoms were flourishing in the region. The name is derived from the Akan word "ansah," which means "remaining" or "leftover."

In the early days, the name was likely given to children born after a period of hardship or famine, symbolizing their survival and the endurance of the family lineage. The Akan people have a rich oral tradition, and it's possible that the name ANSAH appeared in folktales or proverbs passed down through generations.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name ANSAH can be found in the chronicles of the Ashanti Empire, a powerful Akan kingdom that dominated present-day Ghana in the 18th and 19th centuries. The Ashanti kept detailed records of their rulers and notable figures, and it is likely that individuals bearing the name ANSAH were mentioned in these historical documents.

During the colonial era, the name ANSAH was documented by European travelers and administrators who encountered the Akan people. Some of these records may have included variations in spelling, such as "Ansa" or "Ansar," reflecting the difficulties in transcribing African names into European languages.

In modern times, notable individuals with the surname ANSAH include:

1. Azumah Nelson (born 1958), a former professional boxer from Ghana who held multiple world titles in the featherweight and super featherweight divisions.
2. Samuel Ansah (born 1983), a Ghanaian professional footballer who has played for clubs in Ghana, South Africa, and Sweden.
3. Nana Adjei Ansah (1922-1996), a Ghanaian politician and diplomat who served as the country's Minister of Foreign Affairs and Ambassador to the United States.
4. Kwaku Ansah (born 1956), a Ghanaian filmmaker and director known for his critically acclaimed movies exploring social and political issues in Ghana.
5. Akosua Adjei Ansah (1920-2010), a Ghanaian educator and activist who played a significant role in promoting women's education and empowerment in Ghana.

While the surname ANSAH has its roots in the Akan culture of Ghana, it has spread across the globe through migration and diaspora communities. Today, individuals with this name can be found in various parts of the world, carrying on the legacy of their Akan heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ansah

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

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

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