Surnames of Oromo Origin

28 surnames found of Oromo origin

Ketema
The surname Ketema is of Ethiopian origin and is predominantly found among the Oromo people. It is derived from the Oromo word "ketema," which means "to conquer" or "to overcome." The name Ketema s......
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Legesse
The surname Legesse is of Ethiopian origin and is derived from the Amharic language. It is a patronymic surname, meaning it is based on the name of the father. The name Legesse is commonly found am......
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Regassa
The surname Regassa is of Ethiopian origin and is predominantly found among the Oromo people. It is derived from the Oromo word "regasa," which means "to be victorious" or "to conquer." Therefore, ......
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Takele
The surname Takele is of Ethiopian origin and is commonly found among the Amhara and Oromo ethnic groups. It is derived from the Amharic word "takele" which means "he who builds" or "builder." The ......
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Tefera
The surname Tefera is of Ethiopian origin and is commonly found among the Amhara and Oromo ethnic groups. It is derived from the given name Tefera, which means "one who is feared" or "one who inspi......
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Teshome
The surname Teshome is of Ethiopian origin and is commonly found among the Amhara and Oromo ethnic groups. It is derived from the Amharic word "teshoma," meaning "to be patient" or "to be tolerant.......
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Wondimu
The surname Wondimu is of Ethiopian origin and is commonly found among the Amhara and Oromo ethnic groups. It is derived from the given name Wondimu, which means "one who has conquered" or "victori......
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Zeleke
The surname Zeleke is of Ethiopian origin and is commonly found among the Amhara and Oromo ethnic groups. It is derived from the Amharic word "zeleka," which means "to increase" or "to grow." The n......
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Surnames of Oromo Origin

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