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

Bundu, 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 Bundu surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bundu in America

Bundu is the 90853rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bundu surname appeared 203 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 Bundu.

The history of the last name Bundu

The surname "BUNDU" is believed to have originated in the West African country of Ghana. It is thought to be derived from the Akan language, which is spoken by several ethnic groups in the region, including the Akan people. The name is likely a variation of the word "bundu," which means "antelope" or "deer" in Akan.

In the 17th and 18th centuries, during the height of the transatlantic slave trade, many Africans from the Gold Coast (present-day Ghana) were forcibly transported to the Americas. Some of these individuals may have carried the surname "BUNDU" or variations of it, which could explain its presence in parts of the Caribbean and the Americas.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "BUNDU" can be found in the writings of British explorer and author Richard Francis Burton, who traveled extensively in West Africa in the mid-19th century. In his book "A Mission to Gelele, King of Dahome," published in 1864, Burton mentions encountering individuals with the surname "BUNDU" during his travels.

In the late 19th century, a prominent figure named Kwasi BUNDU (1842-1912) emerged as a leader in the Fante community of modern-day Ghana. He was a merchant and influential figure who played a role in negotiating trade agreements between the Fante people and the British colonial authorities.

Another notable individual with the surname "BUNDU" was Kofi BUNDU (1885-1964), a Ghanaian educator and author who wrote extensively on the history and culture of the Akan people. His works, such as "The Wisdom of the Akans" (1928), are considered important contributions to the preservation of Akan cultural heritage.

In the 20th century, a prominent figure with the name "BUNDU" was Kwame BUNDU (1910-1987), a Ghanaian politician and diplomat who served as Ghana's ambassador to several countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom. He played a significant role in promoting Ghana's interests on the international stage during the post-independence era.

Another individual worth mentioning is Efua BUNDU (1924-1996), a Ghanaian writer, educator, and cultural activist who was instrumental in establishing the Ghana Drama Studio and promoting the arts and literature in Ghana. Her plays and literary works, such as "Anowa" (1970), explored themes of tradition, modernity, and the role of women in Ghanaian society.

While the surname "BUNDU" is relatively uncommon outside of West Africa, it has a rich cultural heritage and historical significance, particularly in Ghana and among the Akan people. Its origins can be traced back to the Akan language and the traditional naming practices of the region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bundu

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

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

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