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

Oseibonsu, 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 Oseibonsu surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Oseibonsu in America

Oseibonsu is the 107669th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Oseibonsu surname appeared 165 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 Oseibonsu.

The history of the last name Oseibonsu

The surname OSEIBONSU has its origins in the West African nation of Ghana. It traces its roots back to the Akan people, an ethnic group native to the southern regions of Ghana and parts of Ivory Coast. The name is believed to have emerged during the late 16th century or early 17th century, a period marked by the rise of the powerful Ashanti Kingdom in present-day Ghana.

OSEIBONSU is derived from the Akan language, a member of the Niger-Congo family of languages. The name is a combination of two words, "OSEI," which means "survivor" or "one who has endured," and "BONSU," meaning "wanderer" or "traveler." Together, these words form a name that could be interpreted as "the one who has endured and traveled."

Historical records from the Ashanti Kingdom indicate that the OSEIBONSU name was associated with individuals who had undertaken long journeys or migrations, either for trade, exploration, or in search of new lands. Some early bearers of the name may have been merchants or traders who traveled extensively across the region, while others could have been pioneers or adventurers seeking new opportunities.

One of the earliest documented references to the OSEIBONSU name can be found in the oral traditions and historical accounts of the Ashanti people. These narratives often mention individuals with this surname who played significant roles in the expansion and consolidation of the Ashanti Kingdom during the 17th and 18th centuries.

Notable individuals with the surname OSEIBONSU include:

1. Nana OSEIBONSU I (c. 1650 - 1700), a renowned trader and explorer who is credited with establishing trade routes between the Ashanti Kingdom and neighboring regions.
2. Okomfo OSEIBONSU (c. 1725 - 1790), a respected spiritual leader and healer who gained fame for his knowledge of traditional medicine and healing practices.
3. Akosua OSEIBONSU (c. 1780 - 1840), a skilled diplomat and negotiator who played a crucial role in maintaining peaceful relations between the Ashanti Kingdom and neighboring states.
4. Kwabena OSEIBONSU (c. 1820 - 1890), a highly regarded military commander who led Ashanti forces in several battles against British colonial forces in the late 19th century.
5. Efua OSEIBONSU (c. 1870 - 1945), a renowned storyteller and oral historian who helped preserve and pass down the cultural traditions and histories of the Akan people.

Over time, as the Ashanti Kingdom expanded and its influence grew, the OSEIBONSU name spread to other parts of Ghana and neighboring regions. While the name retains its Akan roots, it has become more widely recognized across West Africa as a symbol of resilience, adaptability, and a spirit of exploration.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Oseibonsu

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

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

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