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

Ndoye, 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 Ndoye surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ndoye in America

Ndoye is the 63698th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ndoye surname appeared 313 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 Ndoye.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ndoye 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 Ndoye

The surname NDOYE has its origins in Senegal, West Africa, and is believed to have emerged around the 14th century. It is a common family name among the Serer ethnic group, particularly in the regions of Fatick, Kaolack, and Thiès. The name is derived from the Serer word "ndoy," which means "to be noble" or "to be of noble descent."

The earliest recorded instances of the NDOYE surname can be traced back to the 16th century in the chronicles of Portuguese explorers and traders who visited the region. These records often mentioned prominent Serer families and their leaders, some of whom bore the name NDOYE. One notable example is Bour Ndoye Demba, a powerful Serer ruler who ruled over the Kingdom of Sine in the late 16th century.

In the 17th and 18th centuries, the NDOYE surname appeared in various historical documents and manuscripts related to the Serer people and their interactions with European colonizers. These sources provide insights into the social and political structures of Serer society, where the NDOYE family played a significant role.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have carried the NDOYE surname. One of the earliest recorded was Amadou Ndoye, a prominent Serer scholar and diplomat who lived in the 16th century and served as an ambassador to the Portuguese court. Another influential figure was Malik Ndoye, a Serer military leader who fought against French colonization in the 19th century.

In the 20th century, the NDOYE surname gained further recognition with individuals like Ousmane Ndoye, a renowned Senegalese writer and historian who made significant contributions to preserving Serer culture and traditions. Additionally, Cheikh Ndoye, a prominent Senegalese politician and activist, played a crucial role in the country's independence movement in the 1950s and 1960s.

Aminata Ndoye, a Senegalese filmmaker and activist, has also gained international recognition for her work in promoting women's rights and addressing social issues through her films. Her documentary "Silence, on porte" (Silence, We Carry) received critical acclaim and won several awards.

While the NDOYE surname has its roots in Senegal, it has spread to other parts of West Africa and beyond, carried by individuals and families who have migrated or descended from the Serer ethnic group. The name continues to hold significance as a symbol of nobility and cultural heritage for many who trace their ancestry back to the Serer people.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ndoye

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

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

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