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

Herebia, 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 Herebia surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Herebia in America

Herebia is the 88020th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Herebia surname appeared 211 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 Herebia.

We can also compare 2010 data for Herebia 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 Herebia

The surname Herebia has its origins in the Iberian Peninsula, specifically in the regions of Spain and Portugal, dating back to the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Latin word "heres," which means "heir" or "inheritor," suggesting that the name may have been initially associated with inheritance or property ownership.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Herebia can be found in the "Libro de las Behetrías de Castilla," a historical document from the 14th century that recorded land ownership and feudal obligations in the Kingdom of Castile. This indicates that the name was already established in the region during that time.

In the 15th century, the name appeared in various municipal records and chronicles, such as the "Anales de Aragón" by Jerónimo Zurita, where it was mentioned in connection with noble families and landowners in the Aragonese territories.

During the 16th century, the Herebia surname gained prominence with the birth of Juan de Herebia (1480-1554), a renowned Spanish theologian and philosopher who served as a professor at the University of Salamanca. His contributions to the field of theology and his influential writings solidified the name's presence in academic circles.

Another notable figure bearing the Herebia surname was Pedro de Herebia (1525-1592), a Spanish explorer and navigator who participated in expeditions to the Americas and contributed to the mapping and exploration of the Caribbean region.

In the 17th century, the Herebia family established itself as a prominent lineage in the Basque Country, with members holding influential positions in local government and commerce. One such figure was Tomás de Herebia (1620-1689), a successful merchant and landowner who played a significant role in the economic development of the region.

Throughout the subsequent centuries, the Herebia surname continued to be associated with notable individuals across various fields, such as art, literature, and politics. For instance, María de Herebia (1755-1832) was a renowned Spanish painter known for her portraits and religious artwork, while Andrés de Herebia (1810-1878) was a politician and writer who served as a member of the Spanish Parliament.

While the Herebia surname originated in the Iberian Peninsula, it eventually spread to other parts of the world through migration and exploration, carrying with it the rich history and cultural heritage of its Spanish and Portuguese roots.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Herebia

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

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

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