ACHEAMPONG
Acheampong
Acheampong is a Ghanaian surname that originates from the Ashanti tribe, one of the largest ethnic groups in Ghana. The name Acheampong is often found among the Akan people, who primarily reside in the Ashanti region of Ghana.
The surname Acheampong is steeped in rich cultural heritage and symbolises attributes such as bravery, strength, and leadership. It is believed that individuals bearing this surname are descendants of warriors who displayed valour and courage in battle.
Over the years, many individuals with the surname Acheampong have made notable contributions in various fields, including politics, sports, academia, and the arts. One of the prominent figures with this surname is Ignatius Kutu Acheampong, a Ghanaian military officer who ruled as head of state from 1972 to 1978.
The surname Acheampong continues to be proudly carried by many individuals in Ghana and the diaspora, serving as a link to their Ashanti heritage and traditions. Its significance in Ghanaian society reflects the importance of familial ties, lineage, and cultural identity.
There are approximately 1,139 people named Acheampong in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,674th most common surname in Britain. Around 17 in a million people in Britain are named Acheampong.
Region of origin: Africa
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Emmanuel
- Eric
- Frank
- George
- Isaac
- Joseph
- Kofi
- Kwabena
- Kwame
- Michael
- Richard
- Thomas
Female
- Elizabeth
- Georgina
- Gifty
- Grace
- Jacqueline
- Jasmine
- Mary
- Mercy
- Nana
- Patricia
- Priscilla
- Rose
- Victoria
- Vida
Similar and related surnames
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