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

Ebo, 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 Ebo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ebo in America

Ebo is the 60045th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ebo surname appeared 336 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 Ebo.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ebo to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Ebo

The surname Ebo originated in the West African region of Nigeria, specifically among the Yoruba people. It is believed to have emerged sometime in the 15th or 16th century. Ebo likely derives from the Yoruba word "ebó," which means "sacrifice" or "offering." This suggests that the name may have initially been associated with individuals who performed religious ceremonies or held positions of spiritual significance within their communities.

One of the earliest recorded references to the Ebo surname can be found in the writings of Samuel Ajayi Crowther, a prominent Yoruba scholar and missionary from the 19th century. Crowther's works provide valuable insights into the cultural practices and traditions of the Yoruba people during that era, including the use of surnames like Ebo.

The name Ebo has been documented in various historical records and manuscripts, although its exact origins remain somewhat obscure. Some researchers speculate that the name may have originated from a particular village or clan within the Yoruba region, but concrete evidence is lacking.

Notable individuals with the surname Ebo throughout history include:

1. Amos Ebo (1887-1972), a Nigerian educator and writer who played a significant role in promoting literacy and education in his home country.
2. Folarin Ebo (born 1964), a Nigerian-American artist and sculptor known for his innovative use of found objects and recycled materials.
3. Kayode Ebo (born 1945), a Nigerian politician and lawyer who served as a member of the Nigerian House of Representatives.
4. Olufemi Ebo (1928-2008), a Nigerian diplomat and ambassador who represented his country in various diplomatic missions around the world.
5. Taiwo Ebo (born 1976), a Nigerian-British boxer and former Commonwealth champion in the lightweight division.

While the surname Ebo is predominantly associated with individuals of Yoruba descent, it has also been adopted by people from other parts of Nigeria and Africa. Over time, the name has spread to various parts of the world due to migration and the African diaspora.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ebo

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

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 Ebo 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.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Ebo has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

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

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