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

Osaghae, 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 Osaghae surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Osaghae in America

Osaghae is the 160975th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Osaghae surname appeared 100 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 Osaghae.

The history of the last name Osaghae

The surname "OSAGHAE" has its origins in the Edo region of present-day Nigeria. It is derived from the Edo language, which is spoken by the Edo people, one of the major ethnic groups in southern Nigeria. The name is believed to have emerged in the late 15th or early 16th century, during the height of the Benin Empire, which was centered in the Edo region.

The name "OSAGHAE" is thought to be a combination of two Edo words, "osa" and "ghae," which together can mean something along the lines of "storyteller" or "one who speaks eloquently." This suggests that the name may have been originally given to individuals who were known for their oratory skills or their ability to recount tales and histories.

While there are no known historical records or manuscripts that specifically mention the name "OSAGHAE" from early times, it is likely that the name was in use among the Edo people during the Benin Empire and in the centuries that followed. The Edo people have a rich oral tradition, and names often carried significant cultural meanings and were passed down through generations.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "OSAGHAE" can be found in the writings of the British explorer and writer Richard Francis Burton, who visited the Benin region in the 1860s. In his book "A Mission to Gelele, King of Dahome," published in 1864, Burton mentions an individual named "Osaghae" who served as a translator and guide during his travels.

Another notable individual with the surname "OSAGHAE" was Osaghae Obamikhin, a prominent Edo chief and warrior who lived in the late 19th century. Obamikhin was known for his military prowess and played a significant role in defending the Benin Kingdom against British colonial forces during the Benin Expedition of 1897.

In the 20th century, one of the most well-known individuals with the surname "OSAGHAE" was Eghosa Osaghae, a Nigerian political scientist and academic. Born in 1952, Osaghae has written extensively on issues of ethnicity, conflict, and governance in Africa, and has held academic positions at various universities in Nigeria and abroad.

Another notable figure with the "OSAGHAE" surname is Osarumwense Osaghae, a Nigerian artist and sculptor. Born in 1961, Osaghae is known for his intricate and highly detailed works of art, which often explore themes of African culture, mythology, and spirituality.

Lastly, Osaghae Uzzi, a Nigerian businessman and entrepreneur, has made a name for himself in the technology and telecommunications sectors. Born in 1975, Uzzi co-founded one of Nigeria's leading internet service providers and has been actively involved in promoting digital innovation and entrepreneurship in the country.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Osaghae

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

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

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