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

Audu, 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 Audu surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Audu in America

Audu is the 154907th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Audu surname appeared 105 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 Audu.

The history of the last name Audu

The surname AUDU originates from the Hausa ethnic group of northern Nigeria and southern Niger. It is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, around the 14th or 15th century, when the Hausa people were consolidating their cultural and linguistic identity.

AUDU is derived from the Hausa word "auda," which means "to return" or "to come back." This linguistic root suggests that the name may have been initially given to individuals who had returned from a journey or migration, or perhaps those who had reclaimed their ancestral lands.

In the historical records of the Hausa city-states, such as the Kano Chronicle and the Katsina Chronicle, there are mentions of individuals bearing the name AUDU as early as the 16th century. These chronicles document the reigns of Hausa kings, wars, and significant events, providing insights into the social and political structures of the time.

One notable figure in Hausa history was Audu Mai Karofi, who ruled the Hausa city-state of Zazzau (now part of Kaduna State, Nigeria) in the late 17th century. He was known for his military prowess and his efforts to expand the territory under his control.

Another prominent individual with the surname AUDU was Mallam Audu Dankaka, a renowned Islamic scholar and teacher who lived in the late 18th century. He established a prominent Quranic school in the city of Kano and was highly respected for his knowledge and contributions to Islamic education.

In the 19th century, Audu Bida was a prominent figure in the Sokoto Caliphate, one of the largest and most powerful Islamic empires in West Africa. He served as a military leader and played a crucial role in the expansion and consolidation of the Caliphate's territories.

During the colonial era in Nigeria, the name AUDU continued to be prominent among the Hausa people. One notable figure was Audu Bako, a respected traditional ruler and influential leader who played a significant role in the transition to British colonial rule in the early 20th century.

While AUDU is primarily associated with the Hausa people of northern Nigeria and southern Niger, it has also been adopted by other ethnic groups in the region, reflecting the cultural and linguistic exchanges that have occurred over centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Audu

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

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

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