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

Fekadu, 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 Fekadu surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Fekadu in America

Fekadu is the 105079th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Fekadu surname appeared 170 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 Fekadu.

The history of the last name Fekadu

The surname "FEKADU" is believed to have originated in Ethiopia, a country located in the Horn of Africa. Its roots can be traced back to the Amharic language, which is one of the Semitic languages spoken in Ethiopia.

The name "FEKADU" is derived from the Amharic word "fekad," which means "to remind" or "to remember." It is believed that this surname was initially given to individuals who were known for their exceptional memory or their ability to serve as reminders or keepers of important historical events or traditions.

Historical records indicate that the name "FEKADU" can be found in various ancient manuscripts and chronicles from the region, particularly those related to the history of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church and the royal dynasties that ruled the region in ancient times.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "FEKADU" dates back to the 16th century, when a scribe named Fekadu Gebre Mesqel was known for his meticulous record-keeping and documentation of important events during the reign of Emperor Gelawdewos.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the surname "FEKADU." One such person was Fekadu Yekunoamlak, a revered scholar and theologian who lived in the 17th century and made significant contributions to the study of Ge'ez, the ancient Semitic language used in the Ethiopian Orthodox Church.

In the 19th century, Fekadu Welde Selassie was a prominent military leader who played a crucial role in defending Ethiopia against foreign invasions during the Scramble for Africa.

Another notable figure was Fekadu Tessema, a renowned artist and painter who lived in the early 20th century and is celebrated for his vibrant depictions of Ethiopian culture and traditions.

Fekadu Guenbot, born in 1923, was a renowned writer and poet who contributed significantly to the development of modern Amharic literature and served as an inspiration for many contemporary authors.

It is also worth mentioning that the name "FEKADU" has been associated with several place names in Ethiopia, such as Fekadu Gebeya, a town located in the Amhara region, suggesting a historical connection between the surname and specific locations within the country.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Fekadu

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

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

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