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

Udom, 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 Udom surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Udom in America

Udom is the 106096th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Udom surname appeared 168 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 Udom.

The history of the last name Udom

The surname UDOM is believed to have originated in Nigeria, specifically in the Akwa Ibom state, where it is a common surname among the Ibibio people. The name is derived from the Ibibio word "udom," which means "wealth" or "prosperity."

The earliest recorded use of the surname UDOM can be traced back to the 18th century, when it appeared in records and manuscripts documenting the history and culture of the Ibibio people. It is likely that the name was initially bestowed upon individuals or families who were considered wealthy or prosperous within their communities.

One of the earliest known individuals to bear the surname UDOM was Chief Udom Inyang, a prominent Ibibio leader and warrior who lived in the late 18th century. He is remembered for his bravery and leadership during conflicts with neighboring tribes.

Another notable figure with the surname UDOM was Obong Udom Edet Akpan, a respected chief and community leader who lived in the 19th century. He played a significant role in the development and governance of his region.

In the 20th century, several individuals with the surname UDOM gained prominence in various fields. One such individual was Dr. Udom Udofia, a pioneering Nigerian medical doctor who made significant contributions to the field of medicine in the country.

Another notable UDOM was Chief Udom Obong, a prominent businessman and philanthropist who lived in the mid-20th century. He was known for his generosity and support for various charitable causes within the Ibibio community.

While the surname UDOM is most commonly associated with the Ibibio people of Nigeria, it has also been found among other ethnic groups in the region, potentially due to intermarriages or migrations over time.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Udom

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

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

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