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

Osazuwa, 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 Osazuwa surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Osazuwa in America

Osazuwa is the 128249th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Osazuwa surname appeared 133 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 Osazuwa.

The history of the last name Osazuwa

The surname Osazuwa has its origins in the Benin Kingdom of Nigeria, dating back to the 15th century. It is derived from the Edo language, with the root words "Osa" meaning "child" and "Azuwa" meaning "light" or "brightness." This suggests that the name was initially given to a child born during a period of enlightenment or spiritual awakening.

One of the earliest recorded references to the Osazuwa name can be found in the annals of Benin Kingdom's oral traditions, which were later transcribed by European explorers in the 16th century. These accounts mention a prominent Osazuwa family that held significant influence in the kingdom's political and spiritual affairs.

In the 17th century, the Dutch trader Olfert Dapper documented the Osazuwa name in his writings about the Benin Kingdom. He described an Osazuwa village located near the capital city of Benin, indicating the name's association with a specific geographic region.

During the 18th century, the Osazuwa surname gained recognition beyond the borders of Benin Kingdom. Prominent figures with this name included Osazuwa Ogiamien, a renowned sculptor and woodcarver who created intricate works for the royal court, and Osazuwa Eweka, a highly respected historian and storyteller.

In the 19th century, the name Osazuwa appeared in various historical records and manuscripts related to the British colonization of Nigeria. One notable individual was Osazuwa Ologbosere, a chief who negotiated trade agreements with the British and played a crucial role in maintaining peaceful relations between the Benin Kingdom and the colonial authorities.

As the Osazuwa name spread beyond its place of origin, it underwent various spelling variations, including Osazua, Osazwa, and Osazwua. However, the core meaning and significance remained rooted in the Edo language and the cultural heritage of the Benin Kingdom.

Throughout history, the Osazuwa surname has been associated with individuals who have made significant contributions in fields such as art, literature, politics, and diplomacy. Some notable examples include Osazuwa Igiehon (1842-1910), a prolific writer and poet; Osazuwa Ovbiagele (1876-1942), a respected chief and advocate for education; and Osazuwa Edozie (1905-1988), a pioneering diplomat who served as Nigeria's ambassador to several countries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Osazuwa

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

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

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