OBASUYI
Obasuyi
The surname Obasuyi is of Nigerian origin, specifically associated with the Edo people of Nigeria. Edo State, located in the southern part of Nigeria, is where the Obasuyi surname is predominantly found. The name Obasuyi is believed to have its roots in the Edo language.
Those with the surname Obasuyi often share a common ancestry linked to certain traditional rulers or chiefs within the Edo ethnic group. The name may reflect a historical connection to royalty or nobility in the region.
The Obasuyi surname is not as widespread as some other Nigerian surnames, but it holds significance within the Edo community and can be traced back through generations of Edo ancestry.
Individuals bearing the surname Obasuyi may have family ties to the historical and cultural heritage of Edo State in Nigeria, and the name itself may carry stories and traditions that reflect the rich history of the Edo people.
There are approximately 114 people named Obasuyi in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Obasuyi.