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

Twum, 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 Twum surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Twum in America

Twum is the 95115th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Twum surname appeared 192 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 Twum.

The history of the last name Twum

The surname TWUM has its origins in Ghana, West Africa, and can be traced back to the early 19th century. It is believed to be derived from the Akan language, spoken by the Akan people, which is one of the major ethnic groups in Ghana. The name is thought to have originated from the word "twum," meaning "hammer" or "blacksmith."

The earliest recorded instances of the surname TWUM can be found in historical records and documents from the Ashanti Kingdom, which was one of the prominent kingdoms in Ghana during the 19th century. The name was likely associated with individuals who worked as blacksmiths or were involved in metalworking trades.

One of the earliest known individuals with the surname TWUM was Nana Twum Ampofo, who lived in the mid-19th century and was a prominent chief and leader in the Ashanti Kingdom. He played a significant role in the negotiations and conflicts between the Ashanti and the British colonial authorities during that time.

Another notable figure was Kwabena Twum, a renowned Ghanaian philosopher and scholar who lived from 1860 to 1932. He was widely respected for his contributions to the field of Akan philosophy and his works on traditional Akan beliefs and practices.

In the early 20th century, Kofi Twum Ampofo (1884-1968) was a prominent Ghanaian lawyer and politician. He served as a member of the Legislative Council and was instrumental in advocating for greater representation and rights for Ghanaians under British colonial rule.

Yaw Twum (1906-1992) was a renowned Ghanaian artist and sculptor, known for his intricate carvings and depictions of traditional Akan culture and mythology. His works have been exhibited in various museums and galleries around the world.

Kwadwo Twum-Baah (1922-2007) was a distinguished Ghanaian academic and author. He served as a professor at the University of Ghana and wrote extensively on topics related to Ghanaian history, culture, and literature.

While the surname TWUM has its roots in Ghana, it has since spread to other parts of the world due to migration and diaspora communities. However, its origins and historical significance can be traced back to the Akan people and the metalworking traditions of Ghana.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Twum

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

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

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