About Zewde
The surname Zewde is of Ethiopian origin and is derived from the Amharic word "zewde," which means "to increase" or "to add." It is a patronymic surname, indicating that it is derived from the name of an ancestor. The surname Zewde is commonly found among the Amhara people of Ethiopia and signifies a family's connection to an ancestor who was known for their ability to increase or add value, whether in terms of wealth, knowledge, or influence.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Zewde 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 Zewde in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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