KEBEDE
Kebede
Kebede is a surname of Ethiopian origin that is also found in the United Kingdom. The name is common among the Ethiopian Jewish community known as Beta Israel.
Origin:
The surname Kebede is derived from the Hebrew word 'Kehath', meaning "assembly" or "congregation". It is closely associated with the Levites, a priestly tribe of ancient Israel.
Distribution:
While Kebede is more commonly found in Ethiopia, there are also individuals bearing this surname in the UK, often as a result of migration from Ethiopia or through other means.
Notable People:
- Derartu Tulu Kebede: Ethiopian long-distance runner, who became the first Ethiopian woman to win an Olympic gold medal in 1992.
- Yonas Kebede: British-Ethiopian author and human rights activist known for his work on refugee rights and African literature.
Cultural Significance:
The surname Kebede carries cultural and historical significance within the Ethiopian community, representing a connection to their roots and traditions. In the UK, individuals with this surname contribute to the diversity and multicultural fabric of British society.
There are approximately 143 people named Kebede in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Kebede.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adam
- Alem
- Alexander
- Daniel
- Dawit
- Samson
- Solomon
- Taye
- Yohannes
- Yonas
Female
- Aster
- Emily
- Genene
- Genet
- Hana
- Martha
- Meron
- Saba
- Sally
- Shalom