Ku
Ku Meaning & Origin
About Ku
The surname Ku is of Chinese origin and has multiple meanings depending on the specific Chinese character used to write it. One common meaning is "valley" or "creek," which suggests a connection to nature and geography. Another possible meaning is "ancient" or "old," indicating a sense of history or tradition. Additionally, Ku can also be a variant of the surname Gu, which means "drum" and may be associated with musical or artistic pursuits. Overall, the meaning of the surname Ku can vary, but it often reflects elements of nature, history, or culture.
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Popularity
Surname Popularity by Ethnicity
The surname Ku is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
- Number of People with the name Ku: 4,888
- Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
- Ranking: 6,877
- Frequency per 100k people: 1.66
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Ku based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Ku is not currently available.
Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Ku in Braille
Here's how to represent Ku in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
How to sign the name Ku using Sign Language
The image below shows how you can spell Ku using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
