SONKO
Sonko
Sonko is a British surname with West African origins, particularly associated with the Mandinka people of Gambia and Senegal. The name is believed to have been brought to the United Kingdom through immigration and has since become established as a British surname.
The use of the surname Sonko in the UK is most prevalent in communities with West African heritage, reflecting the diverse cultural tapestry of modern Britain. Individuals bearing the surname can be found across various professions and fields, contributing to the rich mosaic of British society.
The surname Sonko carries with it a sense of history and heritage, linking individuals to their Mandinka roots while also signalling their presence in the wider British community. As with many surnames of non-British origin, the presence of the name Sonko serves as a reminder of the complex and interconnected nature of modern British identity.
There are approximately 170 people named Sonko in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Sonko.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Abdoulie
- Bakary
- Ivan
- Kebba
- Lamin
- Mohammed
- Musa
- Omar
- Siaka
- Sulayman
Female
- Binta
- Bintou
- Catherine
- Cynthia
- Fatou
- Haddy
- Isatou
- Juma
- Kady
- Louise