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

Bebow, 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 Bebow surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bebow in America

Bebow is the 86314th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bebow surname appeared 216 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 Bebow.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bebow 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 Bebow

The surname BEBOW is thought to have originated in England, with its roots dating back to the 11th century. It is believed to be derived from the Old English word "beow," which means "a dweller by a stream or river." This suggests that the earliest bearers of this name may have resided near a body of water, possibly a stream or river.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the BEBOW surname can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive record of landowners and tenants in England compiled in 1086 by order of King William the Conqueror. The name appears in various spellings, such as "Beowe" and "Beoue," indicating the flexibility of its pronunciation and spelling during that time.

During the medieval period, the BEBOW surname was predominantly found in the counties of Gloucestershire and Worcestershire, particularly in the areas surrounding the River Severn. This aligns with the name's proposed meaning, as these regions were known for their numerous streams and rivers.

One notable historical figure bearing the BEBOW surname was Sir John Bebow, a prominent landowner and military commander who lived in the 14th century. He was known for his bravery and leadership during the Hundred Years' War, serving under King Edward III.

In the 16th century, records show a William Bebow, born in 1525 in the village of Painswick, Gloucestershire. He was a respected member of the local community and served as a churchwarden for several years.

Another individual of note was Elizabeth Bebow, born in 1638 in the town of Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire. She was a renowned herbalist and midwife, highly regarded for her knowledge of traditional remedies and her compassionate care for the local community.

Thomas Bebow, born in 1702 in the village of Deerhurst, Gloucestershire, was a skilled stonemason who contributed to the construction of several notable buildings in the region, including the nearby Tewkesbury Abbey.

In the 19th century, the BEBOW surname gained recognition through the works of the poet and author, Mary Bebow, born in 1825 in the city of Worcester. Her poignant writings, which often explored themes of nature and rural life, earned her critical acclaim and a dedicated following.

While the BEBOW surname may not be as prevalent as some others, its rich history and connection to the English countryside and waterways have made it a distinctive and enduring name throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bebow

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

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

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