As a surname, Amponsah originated in Ghana, from the Akan region. Deriving from ampem meaning "welcome or receive" and nsah meaning "messanger or herald", it dates back to the 17th century, when it was used to describe those who welcomed visitors or delivered messages for the royal court. 
 
Notable bearers include Ghanaian footballers Koffi Amponsah and Ophelia Serwaa Amponsah, politician Reginald Reynolds Amponsah, musician Ofori Amponsah, and actor, Prince Amponsah. It also appears in the title of several Ghanaian songs.

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Amponsah Origin and Meaning