OHENE
Also recorded as O'Hene
Ohene
Ohene is a British surname of Ghanaian origin, believed to have been derived from the Akan language, spoken in Ghana. The name is typically used in Ghana to signify royalty or someone of high status.
Those bearing the surname Ohene are often found in the United Kingdom, particularly in the Ghanaian diaspora community. The surname may also be found in other countries with Ghanaian populations.
The Ohene family name carries with it a sense of pride and heritage, reflecting the rich cultural and historical background of the Akan people. Family members may choose to celebrate their Ghanaian roots through traditional ceremonies, cultural events, and participation in Ghanaian organisations.
Overall, the surname Ohene holds significant cultural and historical importance in both Ghana and the United Kingdom, serving as a reminder of the esteemed status and heritage of its bearers.
There are approximately 163 people named Ohene in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Ohene.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alex
- Bernard
- Daniel
- Edmund
- Kojo
- Kwame
- Michael
- Prosper
- Richard
- Silas
- Theophilus
- William
Female
- Alexandra
- Angelina
- Elizabeth
- Florence
- Georgina
- Madeline
- Mary
- Rosalind
- Sandra
- Wilhelmina