Casely-Hayford is an English language patronymic surname that is native to Ghana. It is most commonly borne by the Casely-Hayford family, descendants of the 19th century Euro-Fante and Pan-Africanist, J. E. Casely-Hayford of Cape Coast. The family is one of Ghana's most prominent families, and in recent times, its members have also risen to positions of influence in the Black British elite. In 2008, the Casely-Hayfords were named on "The Black Powerlist" as the most influential black family in the UK.[1]

Origin of the surname

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The surname was originally simply Hayford. J. E. Casely-Hayford was the first member of his family - a cadet branch of the royal dynasty of Cape Coast - to use the compound name, adding one of his forenames to the original to form Casely-Hayford.

Notable members of the family

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The Casely-Hayfords have been prominent in the law, politics, the arts, and academia. Notable members include:

See also

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