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

Chimbay, 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 Chimbay surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Chimbay in America

Chimbay is the 100791st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Chimbay surname appeared 179 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 Chimbay.

The history of the last name Chimbay

The surname CHIMBAY has its origins in the Andes region of South America, specifically in Peru and Bolivia. It is believed to have emerged during the pre-Columbian era, possibly derived from the Quechua language spoken by the Inca people.

One theory suggests that CHIMBAY may have originated from the Quechua words "chimba" meaning "bridge" and "yaku" meaning "water," potentially referring to a location near a bridge over a river or stream. Alternatively, it could be linked to the Quechua word "chimpa," which means "edge" or "boundary," suggesting a connection to a particular geographical area or settlement.

While there are no known historical references to the CHIMBAY surname in ancient manuscripts or records, it is plausible that it was present among the indigenous populations of the region prior to the arrival of the Spanish conquistadors in the 16th century.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the CHIMBAY surname is Pedro Chimbay, a prominent leader of the Uru people in Bolivia during the late 18th century. He played a significant role in advocating for the rights of his community and negotiating with Spanish colonial authorities.

In the 19th century, Juana Chimbay (1820-1892) was a renowned Quechua weaver from the Cusco region of Peru. Her intricate textile designs and techniques were highly regarded, and her work helped preserve traditional Andean weaving heritage.

Another notable figure was Manuel Chimbay (1875-1947), a Peruvian artist and painter known for his vibrant depictions of Andean landscapes and indigenous communities. His paintings are now part of several museum collections in Peru and abroad.

During the 20th century, Elsa Chimbay (1920-2005) was a celebrated Bolivian writer and poet. Her works, often written in Quechua and Spanish, explored themes of indigenous identity, social justice, and the preservation of Andean cultural traditions.

In more recent times, Carlos Chimbay (1956-present) is a renowned Peruvian chef who has played a pivotal role in promoting and elevating traditional Andean cuisine on a global scale, introducing unique ingredients and flavors to the culinary world.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Chimbay

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

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

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