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

Mouanoutoua, 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 Mouanoutoua surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Mouanoutoua in America

Mouanoutoua is the 154907th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Mouanoutoua surname appeared 105 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 Mouanoutoua.

The history of the last name Mouanoutoua

The surname MOUANOUTOUA has its origins tracing back to the Central African region, specifically the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is believed to have emerged during the late 18th century and is derived from a combination of local dialects spoken by various tribes in the region.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the MOUANOUTOUA surname can be found in colonial records from the Belgian Congo, dating back to the mid-19th century. These records often referenced local village chiefs and elders who played a significant role in the region's affairs during that period.

The name itself is thought to have originated from a blend of words from the Lingala and Kikongo languages, which were widely spoken in the area. The first part, "MOUA," is believed to be derived from a Lingala word meaning "leader" or "chief," while the latter part, "NOUTOUA," has roots in the Kikongo language and may have signified a specific location or village.

One notable individual who bore the MOUANOUTOUA surname was Kamba MOUANOUTOUA, a prominent village chief who lived in the late 19th century. Historical accounts suggest that he played a pivotal role in negotiating with Belgian colonial authorities and advocating for the rights of his people during a period of significant change and upheaval in the region.

Another historical figure with this surname was Nsimba MOUANOUTOUA, a renowned storyteller and oral historian who lived in the early 20th century. He was known for preserving and sharing the rich cultural traditions and folklore of his people through his captivating tales and narratives.

In the early 20th century, Mbombo MOUANOUTOUA gained recognition as a skilled hunter and tracker, renowned for his expertise in navigating the dense forests of the Congo Basin. His knowledge and skills were highly valued by both local communities and colonial authorities.

During the latter half of the 20th century, Leka MOUANOUTOUA made a name for himself as a respected educator and advocate for better access to education in rural areas of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. His efforts helped establish several schools and educational programs in remote villages.

The MOUANOUTOUA surname has also been associated with various place names and geographical locations within the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Some examples include the village of Mouanoutoua, located in the Equateur province, and the Mouanoutoua River, a tributary of the Congo River.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Mouanoutoua

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

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

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