About Askia
The surname Askia is of West African origin, specifically from the Songhai people. It is derived from the title "Askia," which was used to refer to the rulers of the Songhai Empire during the 15th and 16th centuries. The Askia dynasty was known for its powerful and influential leaders, and the surname Askia is often associated with nobility and leadership.
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The surname Askia is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Askia based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Askia in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Askia using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.