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

Boahene, 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 Boahene surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Boahene in America

Boahene is the 111988th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Boahene surname appeared 157 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 Boahene.

The history of the last name Boahene

The surname BOAHENE originates from the Akan people of Ghana, West Africa. It is believed to have emerged during the height of the Ashanti Kingdom in the 17th and 18th centuries.

BOAHENE is derived from the Akan words "boa" meaning "stone" or "rock," and "hene" meaning "chief" or "leader." The name likely referred to a respected leader or chief who lived near a prominent rock formation or had a strong, resilient nature akin to stone.

One of the earliest known references to the BOAHENE name is found in the historical records of the Ashanti Kingdom, documenting a BOAHENE who served as a military commander during the Ashanti-British War of 1824. This conflict arose due to disputes over the British's involvement in the slave trade and their attempts to expand their colonial influence in the region.

Another notable BOAHENE was Nana Kwasi BOAHENE, a respected chief and advisor to the Asantehene (ruler of the Ashanti Kingdom) in the late 19th century. He played a crucial role in negotiating treaties and maintaining diplomatic relations with the British colonial authorities.

In the early 20th century, Dr. Kwame BOAHENE was a prominent physician and philanthropist who established several hospitals and clinics in the Ashanti region, providing healthcare to underserved communities.

During the Ghanaian independence movement, Kwesi BOAHENE was a prominent activist and journalist who used his writings to advocate for self-governance and challenge British colonial rule.

More recently, Akua BOAHENE was a renowned Ghanaian artist and sculptor, known for her intricate wood carvings and depictions of traditional Akan culture. Her works were exhibited internationally and are featured in several prestigious museums.

Throughout history, the BOAHENE surname has been associated with individuals who have demonstrated leadership, resilience, and a commitment to their community and cultural heritage, reflecting the meaning behind the name's origins.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Boahene

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

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

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