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

Bizimana, 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 Bizimana surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bizimana in America

Bizimana is the 157234th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bizimana surname appeared 103 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 Bizimana.

The history of the last name Bizimana

The surname BIZIMANA originated in Rwanda, a country located in East Africa. It is believed to have emerged during the 16th century, derived from the Kinyarwanda language, which is spoken by the Banyarwanda people.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name BIZIMANA can be found in the chronicles of the Rwandan court, dating back to the late 17th century. These chronicles mention a nobleman named Kanyenzire BIZIMANA, who served as a trusted advisor to the Rwandan king at the time.

The name BIZIMANA is thought to have originated from the Kinyarwanda words "ubuzima" and "ana," which together translate to "the one who brings life." This suggests that the name may have been given to individuals who were healers, midwives, or individuals responsible for ensuring the continuation of life within their communities.

In the 18th century, the name BIZIMANA gained prominence when Nkurunziza BIZIMANA, a renowned military leader, played a pivotal role in defending the Rwandan kingdom against invading forces. His bravery and strategic prowess earned him a place in the annals of Rwandan history.

Another notable figure with the surname BIZIMANA was Gahindiro BIZIMANA, a celebrated poet and storyteller who lived during the late 19th century. His works, which were passed down through oral traditions, captured the rich cultural heritage and values of the Banyarwanda people.

In the early 20th century, Karubavi BIZIMANA, a respected elder and community leader, gained recognition for his efforts in preserving traditional Rwandan customs and practices. His wisdom and guidance were sought after by many, and his legacy continues to be honored by the BIZIMANA family and their descendants.

The BIZIMANA name can also be traced back to various geographical locations within Rwanda, such as the Bizimana Hill in the Northern Province, which is believed to have been named after an influential BIZIMANA family that once resided in the area.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bizimana

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

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

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