About Sankoh
The surname Sankoh is of West African origin, specifically from the Mende ethnic group in Sierra Leone. It is a patronymic surname derived from the given name Sanko, which means "second-born" or "born after twins" in the Mende language. The surname Sankoh is commonly found among the Mende people and signifies the lineage or family connection to someone named Sanko, who was likely the second-born child or born after twins in their ancestral line.
The surname Sankoh is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Sankoh 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 the name "Sankoh" using braille for the visually impaired.
Using the sign language hand symbols below, you can sign the name "Sankoh."