There are
261
Lassas in the USA
Lassa is the
74141st
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Lassa

Uthmandan

Uthman dan Fodio was a prominent Islamic scholar and leader of the Fulani Empire in the early 19th century. He played a significant role in the spread of Islam and the establishment of a caliphate in present-day Nigeria.

Sa'aduAbubakar

Sa'adu Abubakar is the 20th Sultan of Sokoto, a position with spiritual and traditional leadership among Nigerian Muslims. He has contributed to promoting peace, unity, and religious tolerance in the country.

Aminaof

Amina of Zazzau, also known as Queen Amina, was a legendary warrior queen of the ancient city-state of Zazzau (now in Northern Nigeria). She was renowned for her military skills and leadership.

MohammedIndimi

Mohammed Indimi is a Nigerian businessman and philanthropist. He is the founder and chairman of Oriental Energy Resources, an oil exploration and production company in Nigeria.

AsabeShehu

Asabe Shehu Yar'Adua is a Nigerian activist and politician. She is known for her advocacy work in education, women's rights, and children's welfare, and has played an active role in civil society organizations in Nigeria.

Lassa Genealogy

OriginsThe Lassa surname is predominantly associated with the Hausa ethnic group in Nigeria. It is believed to have originated from the geographical area where the Hausa people reside.
Geographic DistributionThe Lassa surname is most popular in Nigeria, where it is predominantly found among the Hausa ethnic group. It may also be found in neighboring countries such as Niger, Chad, and Cameroon, where the Hausa community has a presence.
VariationsVariations of the Lassa surname include Laso, Laça, and Lassar.
Migration and ImmigrationThough the majority of individuals with the Lassa surname reside in Nigeria and neighboring West African countries, there may have been migration and immigration of individuals with this surname to other regions as a result of historical events, trade, or personal circumstances.