About Tunkara
The surname Tunkara is of West African origin, specifically from the Mandinka ethnic group. It is commonly found in Gambia, Senegal, and Guinea-Bissau. The name Tunkara is derived from the Mandinka word "tunkaranke," which means "blacksmith" or "metalworker." Therefore, individuals with the surname Tunkara are likely to have ancestors who were skilled in metalworking or blacksmithing.
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The surname Tunkara is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Tunkara 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 Tunkara in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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