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

Galberth, 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 Galberth surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Galberth in America

Galberth is the 76533rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Galberth surname appeared 251 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 Galberth.

We can also compare 2010 data for Galberth 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 Galberth

The surname GALBERTH originates from England, tracing its roots back to the 11th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old English words "gal," meaning "merry" or "joyful," and "berht," meaning "bright" or "shining." The name was initially concentrated in the southern regions of England, particularly in the counties of Kent and Sussex.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name GALBERTH appeared in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of England commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The name was likely associated with a landowner or notable figure during the Norman conquest of England.

In the 13th century, a prominent individual named Sir Richard GALBERTH was mentioned in historical records as a knight who fought alongside King Edward I during the Welsh wars. His bravery and loyalty earned him land and titles, further solidifying the GALBERTH name in English history.

During the 16th century, the name underwent various spelling variations, including GALBRETH, GALBRAITH, and GALBREATH. These variations were often influenced by regional dialects and the quirks of scribes who recorded the name in official documents.

One notable bearer of the GALBERTH surname was John GALBERTH, a merchant and alderman who lived in London during the late 16th century. His successful business ventures and civic contributions left a lasting legacy in the city's annals.

In the 17th century, the GALBERTH family extended its reach to the American colonies. William GALBERTH, born in 1642 in Gloucestershire, England, was among the early settlers who embarked on the perilous journey across the Atlantic. He established a homestead in the Virginia colony, and his descendants continued to carry the name forward in the New World.

Another notable figure was Sir Walter GALBERTH (1688-1756), a distinguished military officer who served in the British Army during the reign of King George II. His exploits in various campaigns earned him recognition and admiration from his contemporaries.

As the centuries progressed, the GALBERTH surname continued to disperse throughout England and beyond, with individuals making their mark in various fields, such as academia, arts, and politics. The name's origins, deeply rooted in the English countryside, remained a source of pride for those who carried it.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Galberth

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

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

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