OKON
Okon
Okon is a surname of Nigerian origin that is also found among the Nigerian diaspora in the United Kingdom. The name is derived from the Igbo language, a major ethnic group in Nigeria. In Igbo culture, names are often chosen to reflect significant events or values.
Those bearing the surname Okon are often proud of their Nigerian heritage and may be actively involved in cultural and community activities. The presence of individuals with the surname Okon in the UK reflects the diverse and multicultural nature of British society.
As with many surnames of African origin, the surname Okon may have variations in spelling and pronunciation based on regional accents and dialects. It is a reminder of the rich tapestry of backgrounds that contribute to the cultural mosaic of British society.
The surname Okon serves as a testament to the connections between Nigeria and the United Kingdom, highlighting the shared histories and experiences that bind these two nations together.
There are approximately 320 people named Okon in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Okon.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alistair
- David
- Edmund
- Edward
- Emmanuel
- Ernest
- Grzegorz
- Michael
- Piotr
- Richard
- Sebastian
- Victor
Female
- Amanda
- Anna
- Elizabeth
- Esther
- Gabriella
- Gladys
- Janet
- Josephine
- Linda
- Milena
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sarah