BAFFOUR
Baffour
The surname Baffour is of Ghanaian origin and is typically borne by individuals of Akan descent. The Akan people are an ethnic group primarily found in Ghana and the Ivory Coast. The name Baffour is commonly used among the Ashanti people, who are one of the major Akan sub-groups in Ghana.
The surname Baffour is believed to have royal connotations and is often associated with nobility or leadership within the Akan community. In Akan culture, names and surnames are usually chosen to reflect attributes such as one's birth order, day of the week, or personal characteristics.
Individuals bearing the surname Baffour may have ancestral connections to historical figures, chiefs, or prominent families within Akan society. The name carries with it a sense of heritage, tradition, and cultural pride.
The prevalence of the surname Baffour among the Ashanti people highlights the importance of family lineage and heritage in Ghanaian society. It serves as a reminder of the rich cultural tapestry and traditions that form the collective identity of the Akan people.
There are approximately 208 people named Baffour in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Baffour.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Benjamin
- Charles
- Dennis
- George
- Isaac
- Kobi
- Kwame
- Kwasi
- Philip
- Stephen
Female
- Afua
- Angela
- Bridget
- Clara
- Esther
- Fiona
- Nana
- Rita
- Vanessa
- Veronica