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

Mukasa, 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 Mukasa surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Mukasa in America

Mukasa is the 86645th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Mukasa surname appeared 215 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 Mukasa.

We can also compare 2010 data for Mukasa to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Mukasa

The surname MUKASA is of Ugandan origin, originating from the Baganda ethnic group in the central region of the country. It is believed to have emerged around the 16th century during the establishment of the Buganda Kingdom.

MUKASA is derived from the Luganda word "mukasa," which translates to "chief" or "leader." It was a title bestowed upon individuals who held positions of authority and leadership within the Buganda society. Over time, the title evolved into a surname, passed down through generations.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the MUKASA surname can be traced back to the 17th century, when it appeared in historical accounts of the Buganda Kingdom. These records documented the names of prominent chiefs and their lineages.

In the 18th century, the MUKASA surname gained further prominence with the rise of Mukasa Nanteza, a respected chief and advisor to the Kabaka (King) of Buganda. His influence and leadership solidified the MUKASA name as a symbol of authority and wisdom within the kingdom.

During the 19th century, the MUKASA surname was associated with several notable figures. One of them was Mukasa Kizito, a Catholic martyr who was executed for his faith in 1886. His martyrdom was a significant event in the history of Christianity in Uganda.

Another prominent figure was Mukasa Mutesa, a prince and later the Kabaka of Buganda from 1856 to 1884. He played a crucial role in navigating the kingdom's relationships with British colonial powers and preserving the Buganda culture.

In the early 20th century, Mukasa Kiwanuka (1899-1972) emerged as a prominent politician and advocate for Ugandan independence. He served as the first Prime Minister of Uganda after the country gained independence from Britain in 1962.

Throughout its history, the MUKASA surname has been associated with leadership, authority, and cultural significance within the Buganda ethnic group and the broader Ugandan society. It remains a respected name, carrying the weight of its historical roots and the legacy of those who have borne it.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Mukasa

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

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 Mukasa 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.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Mukasa has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

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

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