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

Ukpong, 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 Ukpong surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ukpong in America

Ukpong is the 110825th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ukpong surname appeared 159 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 Ukpong.

The history of the last name Ukpong

The surname UKPONG has its origins in Nigeria, West Africa, and is believed to have emerged during the 16th century. It is a name that can be traced back to the Ibibio people, an ethnic group indigenous to the present-day Akwa Ibom State in southern Nigeria. The name UKPONG is derived from the Ibibio language, where it is believed to have meant "prosperous" or "wealthy" in its earliest usage.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the UKPONG name can be found in the oral histories and folklore of the Ibibio people, which were passed down through generations of storytellers and elders. These tales often referenced individuals with the UKPONG surname, indicating that the name held significance within the community.

In the 18th century, the name UKPONG began to appear in written records and documents, such as local court proceedings and land ownership records. One notable example is the case of Chief Ukpong Ekpo, a prominent Ibibio leader and landowner who lived during the late 1700s.

As the years progressed, the UKPONG name spread beyond its original region, with members of the family establishing roots in other parts of Nigeria and even abroad. Obong Ukpong Udo Akpan, born in 1891, was a prominent political figure who played a significant role in the movement for Nigerian independence from British colonial rule.

Another notable individual bearing the UKPONG surname was Essien Ukpong, a Nigerian writer and journalist who lived from 1905 to 1984. His works, which explored themes of cultural identity and social change, are regarded as important contributions to Nigerian literature.

In the realm of academia, Professor Eno Ukpong, born in 1942, has made significant contributions to the field of biblical studies and feminist theology. Her research and writings have focused on the intersection of religion, gender, and cultural contexts.

Lastly, Ikpong Ukpong, born in 1967, is a renowned Nigerian artist whose intricate sculptures and installations have been exhibited internationally, celebrating the rich cultural heritage of his homeland.

Throughout its history, the UKPONG surname has maintained a strong connection to its Ibibio roots, while also adapting and evolving as its bearers have navigated various cultural and geographic landscapes.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ukpong

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

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

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