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

Babin, 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 Babin surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Babin in America

Babin is the 5415th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Babin surname appeared 6,426 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 2 people would have the surname Babin.

We can also compare 2010 data for Babin 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 Babin

The surname "BABIN" is of Russian origin, with its roots tracing back to the medieval era. It is derived from the Slavic term "baba," which means "old woman" or "grandmother." This term was commonly used as a nickname or a descriptive term, indicating that the name likely originated as a patronymic or a reference to an ancestor.

In the early days, the name was predominantly found in the regions of central and northern Russia, particularly in areas around Moscow and Novgorod. Historical records indicate that the name was sometimes spelled as "Babyn" or "Babina" in its earlier forms.

One of the earliest known mentions of the name "BABIN" can be found in the Voskresenskaya Letopis, a Russian chronicle dating back to the 16th century. This chronicle documented various events and individuals from the time, including several individuals bearing the surname "BABIN."

During the 17th century, the name gained prominence with the rise of a notable Russian family, the Babins. Ivan Babin (1590-1663) was a prominent merchant and landowner who played a significant role in the economic and political affairs of Moscow during the reign of Tsar Mikhail Fedorovich.

Another notable figure was Fyodor Babin (1620-1689), a Russian diplomat and statesman who served as an ambassador to several European countries, including Sweden and Denmark. His diplomatic efforts played a crucial role in shaping Russia's foreign relations during that period.

In the 18th century, the name "BABIN" continued to be associated with influential families and individuals. Yakov Babin (1701-1783) was a renowned artist and icon painter who contributed significantly to the development of Russian religious art.

The 19th century saw the emergence of several literary figures bearing the surname "BABIN." One of the most prominent was Nikolai Babin (1824-1897), a Russian writer and poet who was known for his satirical works critiquing societal norms and the ruling class.

Another notable individual from this era was Anna Babina (1848-1917), a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights. She established several schools and educational institutions, working tirelessly to promote access to education for women in Russia.

As the centuries passed, the name "BABIN" spread beyond Russia's borders, with individuals bearing this surname making their mark in various fields across the globe. However, its origins and historical significance remain deeply rooted in the cultural and linguistic heritage of the Russian people.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Babin

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

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 Babin 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 Babin 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 Babin was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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