CHUMA
Chuma
Chuma is a British surname that has origins in Africa. The name Chuma is typically found among the Bantu-speaking people of southern and central Africa. The surname may have been brought to Britain through migration or as a result of colonial connections between Africa and the UK.
The etymology of the surname Chuma can be traced back to the Bantu languages, where it often means "wealth" or "value". This suggests that the name may have been originally bestowed upon individuals who were considered to be valuable members of their community, perhaps due to their skills, possessions, or social standing.
Today, individuals with the surname Chuma can be found across the United Kingdom, with concentrations in urban areas with diverse populations. Like many surnames of African origin in Britain, the surname Chuma reflects the country's rich history of immigration and cultural exchange.
Individuals bearing the surname Chuma may have diverse backgrounds and family histories, reflecting the interconnectedness of Britain with the wider world. As with many surnames, the name Chuma can carry with it a sense of identity, heritage, and belonging for those who bear it.
There are approximately 101 people named Chuma in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Chuma.