About Sowe
The surname Sowe is of West African origin, specifically from the Mandinka ethnic group. It is derived from the Mandinka word "sow," which means "elephant." The surname Sowe is often associated with individuals who are believed to possess qualities associated with elephants, such as strength, wisdom, and leadership. It is a relatively common surname among the Mandinka people and is also found in other West African countries.
The surname Sowe is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Sowe 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 Sowe in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Sowe using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.