BUKENYA
Bukenya
Bukenya is a British surname of Ugandan origin. The name is common among the Baganda people of Uganda and is also found within the Ugandan diaspora in the United Kingdom.
The surname Bukenya is believed to have been derived from the Baganda word "ekinya," which means "the creator." It is often used to refer to someone believed to have been born with a unique or divine talent.
Today, individuals bearing the surname Bukenya can be found in various professions and walks of life across the United Kingdom, contributing to the rich cultural tapestry of the British society.
The name Bukenya serves as a reminder of the diverse heritage and connections that exist between Uganda and the United Kingdom, highlighting the shared history and cultural exchange between the two nations.
There are approximately 179 people named Bukenya in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Bukenya.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Ahmed
- Andrew
- Charles
- Daniel
- Henry
- John
- Michael
- Moses
- Silvester
- Stephen
Female
- Doreen
- Edna
- Fatuma
- Hajarah
- Jane
- Joan
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Shamim
- Sylvia