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

Ejigu, 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 Ejigu surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ejigu in America

Ejigu is the 96368th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ejigu surname appeared 189 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 Ejigu.

The history of the last name Ejigu

The surname Ejigu has its origins in Ethiopia. It is a name derived from the Amharic language, which is one of the major languages spoken in Ethiopia. The name Ejigu can be traced back to the 15th century in the region of Shewa, which is located in central Ethiopia.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Ejigu can be found in the Kebra Nagast, a 14th-century literary work that chronicles the lineage of the Solomonic dynasty in Ethiopia. The work references an individual named Ejigu, who was a prominent figure during that time period.

The name Ejigu is believed to have its roots in the Amharic word "ejjegu," which means "one who is strong" or "one who is courageous." This suggests that the name may have been given to individuals who displayed traits of strength and bravery.

In the 16th century, during the reign of Emperor Lebna Dengel, a notable warrior named Ejigu Bizen played a crucial role in the military campaigns against the Ottoman Empire's invasion of Ethiopia. His bravery and leadership on the battlefield earned him recognition and contributed to the preservation of the name's significance.

Another prominent figure with the surname Ejigu was Ejigu Gebra, a 17th-century scholar and author who wrote extensively on religious and philosophical topics. His works were widely read and influential during that time period.

In the 18th century, a powerful feudal lord named Ejigu Ayalew ruled over a significant territory in the Shewa region. His legacy and influence helped to further cement the name's association with leadership and authority.

Throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries, several individuals with the surname Ejigu made notable contributions in various fields, including politics, literature, and academia. Some examples include Ejigu Taye, a respected poet and writer, and Ejigu Belay, a prominent educator and advocate for educational reform.

The surname Ejigu continues to be widely used in Ethiopia today, carrying with it a rich history and cultural significance that reflects the country's diverse heritage and traditions.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ejigu

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

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

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