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

Ighodaro, 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 Ighodaro surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ighodaro in America

Ighodaro is the 151532nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ighodaro surname appeared 108 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 Ighodaro.

The history of the last name Ighodaro

The surname Ighodaro has its roots in the Edo language spoken in parts of southern Nigeria, particularly in the state of Edo. The name is believed to have originated in the 16th century or earlier, during the height of the Benin Empire.

The name Ighodaro is derived from the combination of two Edo words, "igho" meaning "life" and "daro" meaning "path" or "way." Thus, the name can be interpreted as "the path of life" or "the way of life." This suggests that the name may have been given to individuals who were seen as guides or leaders within their communities, providing wisdom and direction on how to live a fulfilling life.

While there are no known historical references to the name Ighodaro in ancient manuscripts or records, its Edo origin suggests that it was likely used among the people of the Benin Kingdom, which was a powerful and influential empire in the region during the 16th and 17th centuries.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Ighodaro can be found in the writings of the British explorer and trader Richard Lander, who visited the Benin Kingdom in the early 19th century. In his accounts, Lander mentions an influential Edo chief named Ighodaro, indicating that the name was in use during that time period.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who have carried the surname Ighodaro. One example is Osaretin Ighodaro, a Nigerian politician and businessman who served as a Senator in the Nigerian National Assembly from 1999 to 2003. Another notable figure is Osawaru Ighodaro, a prominent Nigerian academic and author who has written extensively on Edo history and culture.

Other individuals with the surname Ighodaro include Eghosa Ighodaro, a Nigerian artist and sculptor known for his works depicting traditional Edo culture, and Osamuyimen Ighodaro, a Nigerian lawyer and human rights advocate who has been involved in several high-profile legal cases.

While the surname Ighodaro may not be as widely recognized as some other Nigerian surnames, its rich cultural heritage and connection to the Edo language and people make it a significant part of the country's diverse linguistic and ethnic tapestry.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ighodaro

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

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

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