What is ghanian last name?

Ghanaian last names are typically derived from the person's ethnic group, clan, or family. Some common Ghanaian last names include:

  1. Mensah - Asante origin, meaning "third son".
  2. Owusu - Akan origin, meaning "strong and noble".
  3. Addo - Fante origin, meaning "king or ruler".
  4. Ayew - Akan origin, meaning "born on a Thursday".
  5. Arthur - Akan origin, meaning "eagle".
  6. Amissah - Fante origin, meaning "one who finds".
  7. Ansah - Akan origin, meaning "second-born male".
  8. Adjei - Akan origin, meaning "one who is loved".
  9. Abbey - Fante origin, meaning "one who is born on a Tuesday".
  10. Quaye - Akan origin, meaning "one who is born on a Wednesday".

In Ghana, it is common for women to take on their husband's last name after marriage. Some people may also adopt a different last name due to personal preference or cultural reasons.