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It was the custom in colonial times for slaves or freed slaves to take the surname of their masters. As you know, slaves coming from Africa had names like Bannaka, which was later converted to Banneker. It was an homage of Molly Welsh (Walsh) to her Timbuktu prince Banna ka. It was later anglicised to Banneker after Mary (the daughter of Molly and Bannaka) married a slave named Robert, who also accepted the name as is own. The etymology of Banna ka to Banne ka to Bannakay to Banneker is very interesting indedd.
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What was Benjamin Banneker nickname?
the answer is BANNEKER because he changed his name and banneker became his more known name
What inventions did Benjamin Banneker?
Benjamin Banneker invented wooden watches
What were the names of Benjamin Banneker's family?
Jemima Banneker (Sister)
What are Benjamin Banneker sisters name?
one of them are jemima Save
What school did Benjamin Banneker attend?
Benjamin Banneker went to a Quaker school near where he lived Baltimore County, Maryland.
Middle name of Benjamin Banneker?
it was really butthead.
What is Benjamin Banneker parents name?
Robert and Mary Banneker
What was Benjamin Banneker parents name?
Robert and Mary Banneker
What was Benjamin Banneker nickname?
the answer is BANNEKER because he changed his name and banneker became his more known name
What inventions did Benjamin Banneker?
Benjamin Banneker invented wooden watches
Was Benjamin Banneker a woman?
No, Benjamin Banneker was a man.
What was Benjamin Banneker father name?
Robert Bannaker
What is Benjamin parents name?
Robert and Mary Banneker
When was Benjamin Banneker?
Benjamin Banneker was born on November 9, 1731.
Does Benjamin Banneker have brothers and sisters?
Benjamin Banneker had three younger sisters.
What is Benjamin Banneker's birthday?
Benjamin Banneker was born on November 9, 1731.
When was Benjamin Banneker Academy created?
Benjamin Banneker Academy was created in 1987.
