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Umunna Surname Meaning

From Igbo umunna literally means ‘extended family’ itself derived from umu which means ‘children’ and nna meaning ‘father’.

This term is commonly used in the context of familial relationships within the Igbo culture.

Additionally, it is interesting to note that umunna is also utilized as a surname in various non-Igbo contexts.

The exact sense or implications of its use outside of Igbo culture remain undetermined.

Overall, the term reflects the importance of family and lineage in both Igbo and other cultures.

Source: The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain, 2021


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