Amoo

Amoo is a British surname of Ghanaian origin. The name Amoo is derived from the Akan language in Ghana and signifies "peace". The surname has been adopted by individuals and families of Ghanaian descent who have made their home in the United Kingdom.

The Amoo family name is a relatively rare surname in Britain, but it holds significant cultural and historical importance within the Ghanaian diaspora community. People bearing the surname Amoo have contributed to various fields and industries, enriching British society with their unique heritage and skills.

The Amoo family name serves as a reminder of the rich cultural diversity and global connections that characterise the British population. Through the presence of surnames such as Amoo, the British society celebrates its multicultural roots and the contributions of individuals and communities from around the world.

There are approximately 170 people named Amoo in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Amoo.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Abiodun
  • Ayo
  • Daniel
  • Derek
  • Edward
  • Emil
  • Emmanuel
  • Isaac
  • Kenny
  • Nii
  • Shaun

Female

  • Awura
  • Catherine
  • Kehinde
  • Marlene
  • Mary
  • Mimi
  • Nina
  • Perpetua
  • Sonia
  • Sylvia

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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