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

Diarrassouba, 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 Diarrassouba surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Diarrassouba in America

Diarrassouba is the 141140th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Diarrassouba surname appeared 118 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 Diarrassouba.

The history of the last name Diarrassouba

The surname DIARRASSOUBA has its origins in the West African nation of Mali. It is believed to have emerged in the 14th century during the reign of the Mali Empire, which spanned a vast territory across modern-day Mali, Senegal, Guinea, and parts of Mauritania.

The name DIARRASSOUBA is thought to have derived from the Bambara language, one of the predominant languages spoken in Mali. It is believed to be a compound word, with "Diarra" meaning "farmer" or "cultivator," and "ssouba" potentially referring to a specific region or village.

Historical records and manuscripts from the Mali Empire era are scarce, making it difficult to pinpoint the earliest appearances of the name DIARRASSOUBA. However, some scholars suggest that the name may have originated among the Soninke people, who were prominent figures in the commercial and cultural life of the empire.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname DIARRASSOUBA was Mamadou Diarrassouba, a influential trader and merchant who lived in the 16th century. He is said to have established trading routes and built a vast network of commercial relationships across West Africa.

In the 18th century, a notable figure named Fanta Diarrassouba emerged as a prominent leader and diplomat in the Bambara kingdom. She was renowned for her skills in negotiation and diplomacy, playing a crucial role in maintaining peaceful relations between various ethnic groups in the region.

During the 19th century, a family of DIARRASSOUBA scholars and Islamic scholars gained recognition for their contributions to the preservation and dissemination of knowledge. One of the most notable members of this family was Amadou Diarrassouba, who authored several influential works on Islamic jurisprudence and philosophy.

Another prominent individual with the surname DIARRASSOUBA was Seydou Diarrassouba, a celebrated poet and storyteller who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His works were instrumental in preserving the rich oral traditions and cultural heritage of the Bambara people.

In the 20th century, a politician named Modibo Diarrassouba made his mark on the national stage of Mali. He served as a member of the National Assembly and was vocal in advocating for the rights and interests of the Bambara community.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Diarrassouba

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

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

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