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

Garbin, 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 Garbin surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Garbin in America

Garbin is the 56073rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Garbin surname appeared 365 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 Garbin.

We can also compare 2010 data for Garbin 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 Garbin

The surname Garbin is of Italian origin, specifically from the Veneto region of northeastern Italy. It emerged as a surname during the late Middle Ages, around the 13th or 14th century. The name is believed to be derived from the Italian word "garbo," meaning grace or charm, suggesting that the original bearer may have been known for their pleasant demeanor or courteous behavior.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Garbin can be found in the archives of the city of Padua, where a certain Pietro Garbin is mentioned in a document dated 1389. This record indicates that the name was already in use by that time in the Veneto area.

In the 15th century, the Garbin family gained prominence in the city of Verona, where they were involved in the textile trade. A notable figure from this period was Marco Garbin (1420-1498), a wealthy merchant and landowner who served as a councilor in the city's government.

The surname Garbin also has ties to the nearby city of Venice, where it is believed to have been introduced by Venetian traders and merchants. One of the earliest known Venetian Garbins was Andrea Garbin (1502-1573), a successful shipbuilder and naval architect who designed several galleys for the Venetian Republic.

As the Garbin family spread throughout Italy and beyond, the surname underwent various spelling variations, such as Garbini, Garbino, and Garbinati. These variations were often influenced by regional dialects and local scribal traditions.

In the 17th century, a member of the Garbin family, Girolamo Garbin (1609-1679), gained recognition as a skilled painter and architect in Rome. He was commissioned to design several churches and palaces in the Eternal City, showcasing the artistic talents of the Garbin lineage.

Another notable figure with the surname Garbin was Francesco Garbin (1781-1856), an Italian composer and music theorist from Padua. He wrote numerous operas and instrumental works, contributing to the rich musical heritage of the Veneto region.

Throughout history, the surname Garbin has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including artists, merchants, artisans, and intellectuals. While it may not have achieved widespread fame on a global scale, the name remains an important part of the cultural and historical fabric of northeastern Italy, particularly in the Veneto region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Garbin

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

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

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