Find out how popular the last name Abene is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Abene.

Abene, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Abene surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Abene in America

Abene is the 114424th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Abene surname appeared 153 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Abene.

We can also compare 2010 data for Abene to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Abene

The surname ABENE is of Spanish origin, with its roots dating back to the 15th century. It is believed to have originated in the Andalusia region of southern Spain, where it was likely derived from the Arabic word "aben," meaning "son of."

During the Moorish occupation of Spain, which lasted from the 8th to the 15th century, many Arabic words and names were adopted into the Spanish language. The suffix "aben" or "abene" was commonly added to personal names, indicating the family or lineage of an individual.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname ABENE can be found in the archives of the town of Seville, where a document from 1487 mentions a certain Pedro Abene, a merchant and landowner. This suggests that the name was already established in the region during that time period.

In the 16th century, as Spanish explorers and settlers ventured to the Americas, the surname ABENE began to spread across the Spanish colonies. Notable individuals with this surname include Juan Abene, a Spanish soldier who participated in the conquest of Mexico under Hernán Cortés in the early 1500s.

Another historical figure bearing the ABENE name was Catalina Abene, a prominent philanthropist and patron of the arts in Lima, Peru, during the 17th century. She was known for her support of various cultural institutions and her contributions to the city's architectural heritage.

In the 18th century, Francisco Abene, a Spanish navigator and cartographer, gained recognition for his detailed maps of the Pacific Ocean and the coasts of California. His work played a crucial role in the exploration and mapping of the region.

During the 19th century, the ABENE surname gained prominence in the field of literature with the Spanish novelist and poet, María Abene (1825-1892). Her works explored themes of love, passion, and societal norms, and she was celebrated for her poetic style and vivid descriptions.

Finally, in the 20th century, Miguel Abene (1912-1998) was a renowned Spanish architect whose modernist designs left a lasting impact on the urban landscape of Madrid and other Spanish cities. His innovative use of materials and geometric forms influenced generations of architects.

While the surname ABENE may not be as common today as it once was, its rich history and cultural significance in Spain and Latin America have left an indelible mark on the tapestry of Spanish heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Abene

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Abene.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Abene was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Abene has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Abene was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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