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

Warfa, 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 Warfa surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Warfa in America

Warfa is the 158432nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Warfa surname appeared 102 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 Warfa.

The history of the last name Warfa

The surname WARFA is believed to have originated in the Horn of Africa, specifically in the Somali region. It is likely derived from the Somali language, which is part of the Cushitic branch of the Afro-Asiatic language family.

While the exact etymology of WARFA is unclear, it may be related to words or place names in the Somali language that have similar spellings or pronunciations. Some linguists have suggested that it could be linked to the Somali word "warfa," which means "to be born" or "to give birth."

Historical records and manuscripts that mention the surname WARFA are scarce, as written records from this region can be limited. However, it is possible that the name appeared in oral traditions, genealogies, or local documents that have not been widely preserved or studied.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname WARFA was Ali Warfa, a Somali poet and scholar who lived in the 18th century. He was known for his contributions to the Somali literary tradition and his works on Islamic theology.

Another notable figure was Haji Warfa, a prominent Somali religious leader and scholar who lived in the 19th century. He played a significant role in the spread of Islam and the promotion of Islamic education in the region.

In the 20th century, Mohamed Warfa was a Somali politician and diplomat who served as the Prime Minister of Somalia from 1969 to 1970. He was born in 1920 and played a pivotal role in the country's post-independence governance.

Hassan Warfa, born in 1943, was a Somali writer and educator known for his contributions to Somali literature and his efforts in promoting Somali language and culture. He wrote several books and worked as a professor at various universities.

Lastly, Abdulkadir Warfa, born in 1952, is a Somali-American businessman and philanthropist. He founded the Warfa companies, a group of successful businesses operating in various sectors, and has been actively involved in charitable initiatives in Somalia and the United States.

It's worth noting that the surname WARFA may have evolved or been spelled differently in different regions or time periods, reflecting local dialects, naming conventions, or transcription practices. Additionally, the name may have been associated with specific clans, lineages, or geographic areas within the Somali region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Warfa

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

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

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