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

Eshete, 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 Eshete surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Eshete in America

Eshete is the 62045th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Eshete surname appeared 323 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 Eshete.

We can also compare 2010 data for Eshete 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 Eshete

The surname ESHETE is of Ethiopian origin, originating from the Amharic language spoken in Ethiopia. It is believed to have derived from the Amharic word "Eshetu," which means "covenant" or "promise."

ESHETE is a relatively common surname in Ethiopia, particularly among the Amhara ethnic group. The earliest known records of this surname can be traced back to the 16th century, during the reign of the Solomonic Dynasty in Ethiopia.

In the 17th century, a prominent figure named Eshete Habte was a renowned scholar and religious leader in the Ethiopian Orthodox Church. He authored several literary works and played a significant role in the preservation of Ethiopian cultural heritage.

During the 19th century, Eshete Tekle was a notable figure in the Ethiopian resistance against the Italian invasion. He was a military commander who fought bravely against the Italian forces in the Battle of Adwa in 1896, where Ethiopia successfully defended its sovereignty.

Another notable individual with the surname ESHETE was Eshete Merid (1904-1971), a celebrated poet and playwright in Ethiopia. He is widely regarded as one of the pioneers of modern Amharic literature and his works have had a profound impact on the cultural landscape of the country.

In the 20th century, Eshete Habte-Wold (1919-1992) was a prominent Ethiopian diplomat and politician. He served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs and played a crucial role in strengthening Ethiopia's international relations during a turbulent period in the country's history.

The surname ESHETE has also been associated with various place names in Ethiopia. For instance, the town of Eshete Meda in the Oromia Region is named after an individual with this surname, reflecting the historical significance and influence of this family name in the region.

Overall, the surname ESHETE has a rich history and cultural significance in Ethiopia, dating back several centuries. It has been carried by scholars, military leaders, artists, and diplomats who have contributed to the country's rich heritage and played pivotal roles in shaping its history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Eshete

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

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

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