ODURO
Oduro
Oduro is a British surname that traces its roots to the Akan people of Ghana. The name is believed to have been derived from Akan words, with 'Odu' meaning 'black' or 'dark' and 'ro' meaning 'son of'. The combination of these elements signifies 'the son of the dark-skinned one'.
The Oduro surname is of Ghanaian origin but has been carried to the United Kingdom through immigration and diaspora movements. Over the years, families bearing the surname Oduro have become established in various parts of Britain.
The Oduro surname carries with it a sense of cultural heritage and identity, connecting individuals to their Ghanaian roots. As with many surnames, the name Oduro can serve as a marker of one's familial lineage and history.
In contemporary British society, individuals with the surname Oduro can be found in diverse professions and walks of life, contributing to the rich tapestry of the nation's multicultural landscape.
There are approximately 556 people named Oduro in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Oduro.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Charles
- Emmanuel
- Francis
- George
- John
- Kwame
- Michael
- Richard
- Samuel
- William
Female
- Comfort
- Elizabeth
- Esther
- Gladys
- Joyce
- Lydia
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nana
- Rita
Similar and related surnames
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