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

Gaebe, 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 Gaebe surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Gaebe in America

Gaebe is the 92719th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Gaebe surname appeared 198 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 Gaebe.

We can also compare 2010 data for Gaebe 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 Gaebe

The surname Gaebe is believed to have originated in Germany, with its roots traced back to the Middle Ages. The name is derived from the German word "Gabe," which means "gift" or "present." It is speculated that the name was initially given as a descriptive surname to individuals who were known for their generosity or who may have been born on a significant religious holiday or occasion.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Gaebe can be found in the 14th century. In the town of Trier, located in the western region of Germany, a merchant named Johannes Gaebe was mentioned in a local record dated 1382. This document provided evidence of the family's presence in the area during that time period.

Another notable figure bearing the Gaebe surname was Friedrich Gaebe, a German theologian and philosopher who lived from 1623 to 1688. He was a prominent scholar and author, known for his works on theology and ethics, which were widely read and influential during his time.

In the 18th century, a German artist named Johann Gottlieb Gaebe gained recognition for his landscape paintings. Born in 1717 in Dresden, Gaebe's works captured the beauty of the German countryside and were highly regarded by his contemporaries. His paintings can still be found in various art collections across Europe.

As the Gaebe family spread across different regions of Germany, several variations in the spelling of the name emerged. Some of these variations include Gebe, Gäbe, and Gäbel. These variations often reflected regional dialects or linguistic influences within the areas where the family settled.

One of the more notable individuals with the Gaebe surname was Carl August Gaebe, a German architect who lived from 1801 to 1871. He was responsible for designing several significant buildings in Berlin, including the Neue Kirche (New Church) and the Neue Wache (New Guard House). His architectural works were highly acclaimed and contributed to the city's cultural and historical landscape.

Another prominent figure was Wilhelm Gaebe, a German military officer who served during World War II. Born in 1900, he rose through the ranks of the German Army and played a significant role in various military campaigns. He was awarded several decorations for his service before his death in 1980.

While the surname Gaebe may not be as widely recognized as some other German names, its rich history and diverse range of notable individuals bearing this name have contributed to its enduring presence in the annals of German culture and heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Gaebe

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

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

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