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

Gebremariam, 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 Gebremariam surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Gebremariam in America

Gebremariam is the 38214th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Gebremariam surname appeared 580 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 Gebremariam.

We can also compare 2010 data for Gebremariam 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 Gebremariam

The surname GEBREMARIAM has its origins in Ethiopia, dating back several centuries. It is derived from the Amharic language, which is the official language of Ethiopia. The name is a combination of two words, "Gebre" and "Mariam," with "Gebre" meaning "servant" and "Mariam" being the name of the Virgin Mary.

This surname is believed to have first emerged among the Christian Orthodox communities in Ethiopia, where it was common to incorporate religious elements into personal names. The earliest known records of the name GEBREMARIAM can be traced back to the 16th century, during the reign of the Solomonic Dynasty in Ethiopia.

One of the earliest documented individuals with this surname was Gebremariam Gebremeskel, a renowned scholar and cleric who lived in the 17th century. He was known for his contribution to the preservation of ancient Ethiopian manuscripts and his work in promoting education.

In the 18th century, a prominent figure named Gebremariam Woldegiorgis rose to prominence as a military leader and advisor to the Ethiopian Emperor. He played a significant role in the political and military affairs of the time.

During the 19th century, the name GEBREMARIAM gained further recognition with the birth of Gebremariam Gebreegziabher, a respected diplomat and statesman who served as the Ethiopian ambassador to several European countries.

Another notable figure was Gebremariam Gebremichael, a scholar and linguist who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He was instrumental in the development of the modern Amharic writing system and contributed significantly to the preservation of Ethiopian literature.

In the 20th century, Gebremariam Haile, a renowned artist and painter, gained international acclaim for his unique depictions of Ethiopian culture and landscapes. His works are celebrated for their vibrant colors and intricate details.

These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the surname GEBREMARIAM throughout history, showcasing its deep roots in Ethiopian culture and the significant contributions made by those who bear this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Gebremariam

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

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

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