Nguema

Nguema is a surname of West and Central African origin that is most commonly encountered in Equatorial Guinea. In Equatorial Guinea, naming traditions often involve two family names: a paternal surname followed by a maternal surname. Nguema frequently appears as part of the maternal surname in compound names, illustrating this practice.

In prominent usage, Nguema appears in the name of Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo (born 1942), the longtime president of Equatorial Guinea who has held power since 1979. The inclusion of Nguema in such names reflects regional naming conventions rather than a single clan or ethnic group.

The precise linguistic origin of the surname Nguema is not extensively documented in widely available sources. It is associated with communities in Equatorial Guinea and surrounding regions, and is used by both public figures and private individuals.

See also: Obiang Nguema Mbasogo; Nguema (surname).