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

Esber, 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 Esber surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Esber in America

Esber is the 75317th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Esber surname appeared 256 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 Esber.

We can also compare 2010 data for Esber 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 Esber

The surname "ESBER" is believed to have originated in the Middle East, particularly in the region of Lebanon. The name is thought to have its roots in the Arabic language, but the exact meaning and origin are not entirely clear.

One theory suggests that "ESBER" is derived from the Arabic word "asbur," which means "patience" or "perseverance." This potential connection could indicate that the name was initially given to someone who exhibited these qualities or was known for their resilience.

Another possibility is that "ESBER" is a variant spelling or pronunciation of the Arabic name "Asber," which is a common name in the region. This name is believed to have its origins in the Semitic root "s-b-r," which is associated with concepts of patience, steadfastness, and endurance.

While there are no definitive historical records or manuscripts that specifically mention the surname "ESBER," it is likely that the name has existed for centuries in the Lebanese and broader Middle Eastern community.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname "ESBER" was Joseph Esber, a Lebanese-American businessman and philanthropist born in 1886. He emigrated to the United States in the early 20th century and established a successful import-export business in New York City.

Another notable figure with this surname was Sami Esber, a Lebanese politician and diplomat born in 1925. He served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of Lebanon from 1984 to 1988 and played a crucial role in the country's foreign relations during a tumultuous period.

In the realm of sports, Maroun Esber, a Lebanese basketball player born in 1981, represented the Lebanese national team and played professionally in various leagues across Europe and the Middle East.

The name "ESBER" has also been associated with literary and artistic figures, such as Rima Esber, a Lebanese-American author and poet born in 1945, known for her works exploring themes of identity, displacement, and heritage.

While the exact origins and meaning of the surname "ESBER" may remain elusive, its presence throughout history in the Middle East and among the Lebanese diaspora worldwide serves as a testament to its enduring legacy and cultural significance.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Esber

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

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

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