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

Bibat, 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 Bibat surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bibat in America

Bibat is the 129047th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bibat surname appeared 132 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 Bibat.

The history of the last name Bibat

The surname BIBAT is of Spanish origin, with roots tracing back to the medieval period in the region of Catalonia. It is believed to be derived from the Old Catalan word "bibat," which means "to drink" or "to quaff." This suggests that the name may have initially been associated with occupations or professions related to wine-making, brewing, or tavern-keeping.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the BIBAT surname can be found in the 14th-century genealogical records of the Catalan nobility. A notable figure bearing this name was Guillem BIBAT, a prominent landowner and vintner from the town of Vilafranca del Penedès, known for his exceptional vineyards and wine production during the 1300s.

In the 15th century, the BIBAT name appeared in various municipal records and legal documents from the city of Barcelona. A merchant named Jaume BIBAT was documented in a trade agreement with Genoese traders in 1427, indicating the family's involvement in international commerce during that era.

Moving into the 16th century, the BIBAT family gained prominence in the arts and literature. Pedro BIBAT, born in 1512 in Valencia, was a renowned poet and playwright whose works celebrated the cultural traditions of his homeland. His collection of poems, "Cancionero de BIBAT," published in 1549, is considered a significant contribution to the Golden Age of Spanish literature.

In the 17teenth century, the name BIBAT was linked to the Spanish exploration and colonization of the Americas. Alonso BIBAT, born in Seville in 1621, was a explorer and cartographer who accompanied several expeditions to the New World. His detailed maps and journals provided valuable insights into the geography and indigenous cultures of the regions he explored.

As the BIBAT surname spread throughout Spain and its territories, it also found its way to other parts of Europe and the Americas. notable individuals include:

1. María BIBAT (1785-1862), a Spanish painter renowned for her portraits and religious works.
2. Tomás BIBAT (1810-1879), a Chilean politician and lawyer who played a crucial role in drafting the country's civil code.
3. Enrique BIBAT (1846-1912), a Cuban composer and conductor who contributed significantly to the development of classical music in the Caribbean.
4. Josefina BIBAT (1892-1974), a Mexican sculptor and activist known for her powerful feminist works and advocacy for women's rights.
5. Miguel BIBAT (1928-2003), a renowned Spanish chef and author, credited with popularizing traditional Catalan cuisine on an international scale.

While the BIBAT surname may have evolved and spread across various regions, its roots can be traced back to the vibrant cultural and linguistic heritage of medieval Catalonia, where the name's association with wine-making and revelry began.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bibat

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

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 Bibat 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.

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

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