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

Bibey, 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 Bibey surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bibey in America

Bibey is the 63068th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bibey surname appeared 317 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 Bibey.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bibey 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 Bibey

The surname BIBEY is of English origin, with its roots tracing back to the 13th century. It is believed to have originated from the Old English word "bibe," meaning "to drink," suggesting a possible occupation or association with taverns or the brewing industry.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Hundred Rolls of Oxfordshire from the year 1273, which mentions a William Bibey residing in the village of Henley-on-Thames. This indicates that the name was already established in the region during that period.

Another notable reference is found in the Court Rolls of the Manor of Wakefield, dated 1348, where a John Bibey is mentioned as a tenant farmer. This record provides insight into the agricultural roots of some individuals bearing this surname.

During the 16th century, the name appears to have been concentrated in the counties of Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire, with records showing variations in spelling such as Bybey, Bibbey, and Bibbye. One notable individual from this era was Thomas Bibey (1520-1592), a prominent landowner and farmer in the village of Ashendon, Buckinghamshire.

As the centuries progressed, the BIBEY surname spread to other regions of England, with notable individuals emerging. One such person was Sir William Bibey (1654-1721), a respected merchant and member of the Company of Merchant Adventurers in London.

In the 18th century, the name gained recognition through the works of the poet and playwright, Richard Bibey (1712-1788), whose satirical plays and verses were widely acclaimed in literary circles of the time.

Moving into the 19th century, the BIBEY surname continued to be associated with various professions and endeavors. One notable figure was Elizabeth Bibey (1823-1897), a pioneering educator who established several well-regarded schools for girls in the city of Bristol.

Another prominent individual was Sir Robert Bibey (1845-1917), a renowned architect whose designs left a lasting impact on the cityscape of London, including the iconic Bibey Tower, named in his honor.

Throughout its history, the BIBEY surname has maintained a presence across England, with individuals from various walks of life contributing to the rich tapestry of the nation's heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bibey

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

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

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