EWEKA
Eweka
Eweka is a surname with its origins in Nigeria, particularly among the Edo people of the Benin Kingdom. The surname is associated with the royal family of the Benin Kingdom and has been historically linked to the Oba (king) of Benin.
The Eweka dynasty in the Benin Kingdom has played a significant role in the history and governance of the region. The dynasty is believed to have been founded by Prince Oranmiyan, a Yoruba prince, who came to Benin City and established the kingdom. The line of succession with the Eweka name has continued through the centuries, with each Oba taking on the Eweka name as a symbol of their lineage.
The surname Eweka holds great cultural and historical significance within the Benin Kingdom and for the Edo people. It is a name that conveys a sense of tradition, royalty, and leadership within the community.
Outside Nigeria, individuals with the surname Eweka can trace their ancestry back to the Benin Kingdom and the Edo people. The surname serves as a connection to a rich and vibrant cultural heritage with deep roots in Nigerian history.
Overall, the surname Eweka carries with it a legacy of tradition, leadership, and cultural pride that spans generations and continues to be celebrated both in Nigeria and among the diaspora.
There are approximately 105 people named Eweka in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Eweka.