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

Anyiam, 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 Anyiam surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Anyiam in America

Anyiam is the 153769th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Anyiam surname appeared 106 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 Anyiam.

The history of the last name Anyiam

The surname ANYIAM originated from the Igbo ethnic group in southeastern Nigeria. The name is believed to have derived from the Igbo word "anyi," which means "we" or "us," and "am," which means "are." Therefore, the name ANYIAM can be interpreted as "we are."

The earliest recorded instances of the name ANYIAM can be traced back to the mid-19th century in the Igbo-dominated areas of present-day Anambra, Enugu, and Ebonyi states in Nigeria. It is believed that the name was initially used as a collective term for a group or community, signifying unity and belonging.

One of the earliest known individuals with the surname ANYIAM was Nwankwo Anyiam, a prominent trader and farmer who lived in the village of Awka in the late 19th century. He was known for his entrepreneurial spirit and his contributions to the local economy.

In the early 20th century, the name ANYIAM gained prominence with the birth of Chief Ogbonnaya Anyiam (1905-1981), a prominent politician and leader in the Nigerian independence movement. He served as a member of the Eastern House of Assembly and played a significant role in advocating for the rights of the Igbo people.

Another notable figure with the surname ANYIAM was Professor Chinua Anyiam (1920-2005), a renowned educator and scholar. He served as the vice-chancellor of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and was instrumental in shaping the educational landscape of the country.

During the Nigerian civil war (1967-1970), the name ANYIAM gained further recognition with the bravery and leadership of Colonel Michael Anyiam, a high-ranking officer in the Biafran army. He played a crucial role in the defense of Biafra and is remembered for his unwavering commitment to the Igbo cause.

In more recent times, the name ANYIAM has been associated with several notable individuals, including Dr. Ngozi Anyiam, a prominent medical researcher and expert in public health, and Chief Emeka Anyiam, a successful businessman and philanthropist who has contributed significantly to the development of his community.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Anyiam

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

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

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