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

Gebremeskel, 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 Gebremeskel surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Gebremeskel in America

Gebremeskel is the 65593rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Gebremeskel surname appeared 302 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 Gebremeskel.

We can also compare 2010 data for Gebremeskel 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 Gebremeskel

The surname GEBREMESKEL is of Ethiopian origin and dates back several centuries. It is derived from the Amharic language, which is the national language of Ethiopia. The name is a combination of two words, "Gebre" meaning "servant" or "worshipper," and "Meskel" referring to the Meskel festival, which is an important religious celebration in the Ethiopian Orthodox Church.

The earliest recorded instances of the name GEBREMESKEL can be traced back to the 15th century, when it appeared in various historical documents and records from the medieval Solomonic dynasty of Ethiopia. During this era, the name was closely associated with the Ethiopian Orthodox Church and was often given to individuals who were deeply involved in religious activities or had a strong devotion to their faith.

One notable historical figure with the surname GEBREMESKEL was Gebremeskel Haymanot, a 16th-century Ethiopian monk and scholar who was revered for his spiritual wisdom and teachings. He is credited with establishing several monasteries and contributing to the preservation of Ethiopian religious literature and traditions.

In the 17th century, the name GEBREMESKEL gained recognition through the works of Gebremeskel Yohannes, a renowned Ethiopian philosopher and writer. His writings on ethics, theology, and social commentary were highly influential during his time and continue to be studied by scholars today.

Another prominent individual with this surname was Gebremeskel Wolde-Maskal, who lived in the 19th century. He was a renowned Ethiopian military leader and strategist, known for his role in defending the country against foreign invasions and preserving Ethiopia's independence.

In the 20th century, Gebremeskel Gebru was a respected Ethiopian diplomat and politician who served as the country's ambassador to several nations, including the United States and the Soviet Union. He played a crucial role in strengthening Ethiopia's international relations and promoting its interests on the global stage.

The surname GEBREMESKEL continues to be widely used in Ethiopia today, carrying a rich cultural and historical significance. It serves as a reminder of the country's deep-rooted religious traditions and the contributions made by individuals bearing this name throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Gebremeskel

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

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

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