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

Ngoh, 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 Ngoh surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ngoh in America

Ngoh is the 158432nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ngoh surname appeared 102 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 Ngoh.

The history of the last name Ngoh

The surname NGOH is believed to originate from the Cameroon region of West Africa, with roots dating back to the 16th century. It is likely derived from the Ngoh people, an ethnic group native to the region. The name may have evolved from the Ngoh language or a localized dialect spoken by the tribe.

In the early 18th century, records show the name appearing in various forms, such as Ngo, Ngoe, and Ngoh, among the communities scattered across the western regions of Cameroon. These variations in spelling were common due to the lack of standardized written forms of local languages during that period.

One of the earliest documented references to the name NGOH can be found in a collection of tribal histories recorded by French colonial administrators in the late 19th century. These accounts mention several prominent NGOH individuals who held positions of leadership within their respective communities.

Notable figures bearing the NGOH surname include Ngo'o Lituba (c. 1790-1860), a revered chief and spiritual leader of the Ngoh people, renowned for his wisdom and diplomacy. Another influential figure was Ngo'o Ebanga (1832-1912), a skilled warrior and negotiator who played a crucial role in maintaining peace between rival tribes.

In the 20th century, the name gained wider recognition with individuals like Ngo'o Mvondo (1918-2002), a pioneering educator who established several schools in Cameroon and advocated for accessible education for all. Ngo'o Ebiale (1937-2010) was a prominent political figure and human rights activist who fought against oppressive regimes and championed democratic reforms.

Another noteworthy bearer of the NGOH name was Ngo'o Mvondo'o (1952-2018), a celebrated author and poet whose works explored themes of identity, culture, and the experiences of the Cameroonian people. His literary contributions were widely acclaimed and earned him numerous accolades.

While the NGOH surname has its roots in Cameroon, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and diaspora communities, carrying with it a rich cultural heritage and history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ngoh

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

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

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