CHENGETA
Chengeta
Chengeta is a British surname with origins in Zimbabwe. The name Chengeta is of Shona origin, a Bantu ethnic group native to Zimbabwe. In Shona, Chengeta means "guard" or "protect". The surname is believed to have been used to describe individuals who were seen as protectors or guardians within their communities.
The exact migration history of the Chengeta surname to Britain is not well-documented, but it is likely that individuals bearing this surname migrated from Zimbabwe to the UK due to various factors such as economic opportunities, education, or political reasons.
As with many surnames of African origin in the UK, Chengeta serves as a reminder of the diverse cultural heritage and history of the British population. Today, individuals with the surname Chengeta can be found across various regions in the UK and continue to carry forward their ancestral name, reflecting the rich tapestry of British multicultural society.
There are approximately 37 people named Chengeta in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Chengeta.