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

Erban, 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 Erban surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Erban in America

Erban is the 115639th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Erban surname appeared 151 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 Erban.

We can also compare 2010 data for Erban 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 Erban

The surname ERBAN is of Czech origin, with its roots traceable to the 13th century. It is believed to have originated from the Czech word "erb," meaning "coat of arms" or "heraldic emblem." This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with individuals who were involved in heraldry or held a specific coat of arms.

The earliest recorded instances of the ERBAN surname can be found in medieval Czech records and documents. One notable example is the mention of a certain Jaroslav ERBAN in a 1298 land registry from the town of Kutná Hora, which was a significant silver mining center during that period.

Throughout the 14th and 15th centuries, the ERBAN name appeared in various regions of Bohemia, particularly in areas surrounding Prague and other major towns. It is worth noting that during this time, the spelling of the name varied slightly, with variations such as "Erban," "Erben," and "Erbán" being documented.

In the 16th century, a prominent figure bearing the ERBAN surname was Jan ERBAN (1525-1592), a renowned Czech painter and engraver who gained recognition for his religious works and portraits. His masterpieces can still be found in several churches and museums across the Czech Republic.

Another noteworthy individual was Karel ERBAN (1637-1718), a respected Czech scholar and philosopher who made significant contributions to the fields of logic and metaphysics. His writings and teachings influenced generations of Czech intellectuals.

During the 18th century, the ERBAN name gained prominence in the town of Plzeň, where a family of successful brewers and entrepreneurs bearing this surname established themselves. One of the most renowned members of this family was Václav ERBAN (1768-1842), who played a pivotal role in the development of the famous Pilsner beer.

In the 19th century, the ERBAN surname was associated with several notable figures in the arts and sciences. One such individual was Josef ERBAN (1834-1903), a celebrated Czech composer and conductor who contributed greatly to the development of Czech classical music.

Throughout its history, the ERBAN surname has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, ranging from artists and intellectuals to entrepreneurs and professionals. While its origins can be traced back to the 13th century, the name continues to be prevalent in the Czech Republic and among individuals of Czech descent worldwide.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Erban

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

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

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