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

Waweru, 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 Waweru surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Waweru in America

Waweru is the 53316th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Waweru surname appeared 388 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 Waweru.

We can also compare 2010 data for Waweru to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Waweru

The surname WAWERU originates from Kenya and can be traced back to the 18th century. It is a Kikuyu name, with the Kikuyu being one of the largest ethnic groups in Kenya. The name is believed to have its roots in the Kikuyu word "weru," which means "to shine" or "to be bright."

WAWERU is thought to have been initially used as a descriptive name, likely referring to someone with a bright or radiant personality or appearance. The earliest known record of the name appears in a collection of oral traditions and genealogies passed down through generations within the Kikuyu community.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname WAWERU was Waweru Kinuthia, a celebrated warrior and leader who lived in the late 18th century. He was renowned for his bravery and military prowess during conflicts between various Kikuyu clans.

Another notable figure was Waweru wa Kamau, a prominent elder and advisor to the Kikuyu people in the early 19th century. He was highly respected for his wisdom and knowledge of traditional customs and practices.

In the mid-19th century, a man named Waweru Gathogo gained recognition as a skilled blacksmith and craftsman, renowned for his expertly crafted tools and weapons.

During the early 20th century, a woman named Waweru Wambui became known for her efforts in promoting education and advocating for women's rights within her community.

More recently, in the latter half of the 20th century, Waweru Mbugua made significant contributions to the field of agriculture, developing innovative farming techniques and promoting sustainable practices.

While the surname WAWERU has its origins in Kenya, it has since spread to other parts of the world as a result of migration and diaspora communities. However, its deep-rooted connections to the Kikuyu culture and language remain an integral part of its history and significance.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Waweru

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

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 Waweru 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.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Waweru has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

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

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