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

Doumbia, 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 Doumbia surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Doumbia in America

Doumbia is the 36337th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Doumbia surname appeared 616 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 Doumbia.

We can also compare 2010 data for Doumbia 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 Doumbia

The surname DOUMBIA originated in Mali, a country located in West Africa. It is believed to have emerged during the 13th century, when the Mali Empire was at its peak. The name is derived from the Bambara language, one of the most widely spoken languages in Mali.

According to historical records, the name DOUMBIA was initially associated with the Doumbouya clan, a prominent family that played a significant role in the governance of the Mali Empire. The clan hailed from the region of Ségou, situated along the Niger River.

One of the earliest documented references to the name DOUMBIA can be found in the chronicles of the Djenne Manuscript, a collection of ancient texts dating back to the 15th century. These manuscripts provide valuable insights into the sociopolitical dynamics of the Mali Empire and the surrounding regions.

In the 16th century, a notable figure named Mamadou DOUMBIA was a respected scholar and religious leader in the city of Timbuktu, a renowned center of learning and Islamic culture. His teachings and writings had a profound impact on the intellectual discourse of the time.

During the 18th century, the DOUMBIA name gained prominence through the exploits of Fanta DOUMBIA, a skilled military strategist and advisor to the ruler of the Bambara Empire. Fanta DOUMBIA's tactical acumen was instrumental in several decisive victories against rival kingdoms.

Another influential individual bearing the DOUMBIA surname was Oumar DOUMBIA, a revered traditional healer and herbalist who lived in the 19th century. His extensive knowledge of medicinal plants and traditional remedies was widely sought after throughout the region.

In the late 19th century, Moussa DOUMBIA emerged as a prominent figure in the anti-colonial resistance against French colonization. He rallied support from various communities and played a crucial role in the struggle for independence in what is now Mali.

As the DOUMBIA name spread beyond Mali, it became associated with notable individuals in other parts of West Africa. For instance, in the 20th century, Bakary DOUMBIA was a respected scholar and educator in Côte d'Ivoire, making significant contributions to the country's educational system.

Over the centuries, the DOUMBIA surname has maintained its strong roots in Mali, while also gaining recognition in neighboring countries and beyond, thanks to the accomplishments of various individuals who carried this proud name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Doumbia

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

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

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