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

Kouakou, 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 Kouakou surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kouakou in America

Kouakou is the 132206th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kouakou surname appeared 128 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 Kouakou.

The history of the last name Kouakou

The surname KOUAKOU has its origins in the Ivory Coast, a country located in West Africa. The name is derived from the Akan language, which is spoken by various ethnic groups in the region, including the Baoulé people.

The Akan word "kouakou" is believed to have its roots in the phrase "kou a kou," which translates to "a child born on Thursday." This suggests that the name may have been originally given to children born on that particular day of the week, following a traditional naming practice.

Historical records indicate that the KOUAKOU surname first appeared in written form during the 18th century, when the Baoulé kingdom flourished in the central region of present-day Ivory Coast. The name is closely associated with this ethnic group and their cultural traditions.

One of the earliest known bearers of the KOUAKOU surname was Kouakou Koffi, a prominent chief who lived in the late 18th century. He played a significant role in the expansion and consolidation of the Baoulé kingdom during his reign.

Another notable figure was Kouakou Akissi, a renowned storyteller and oral historian who lived in the 19th century. She was revered for her ability to recount the ancient tales and traditions of the Baoulé people, preserving their cultural heritage for future generations.

In the 20th century, Kouakou Gnan emerged as a prominent political figure in the Ivory Coast. Born in 1915, he was actively involved in the country's struggle for independence from French colonial rule and later served as a member of the National Assembly.

Kouakou Kouadjo, born in 1948, is a celebrated Ivorian writer and poet. His works, which often explore themes of identity, tradition, and social issues, have received international recognition and have been translated into several languages.

Another notable bearer of the KOUAKOU surname is Kouakou Kouamé, a renowned artist and sculptor from the Ivory Coast. Born in 1962, his works have been exhibited in numerous galleries and museums around the world, showcasing the rich artistic traditions of his homeland.

The KOUAKOU surname has maintained its significance and presence throughout the centuries, with many individuals bearing this name making valuable contributions to the cultural, political, and artistic landscapes of the Ivory Coast and beyond.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kouakou

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

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

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