OriginsThe Yakubu surname originates from the Hausa ethnic group in Nigeria. It is also found among other West African countries with a Hausa population, such as Niger, Ghana, and Cameroon.
Geographic DistributionThe Yakubu surname is most popular in Nigeria, where it is commonly found among the Hausa-speaking population. It is also present in other West African countries with a Hausa presence, such as Niger, Ghana, and Cameroon.