2000
#15,590
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 1,721
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.64
Rare Last name
Hibbler
An English surname possibly derived from the Old English word "hibbel" meaning a barn or granary.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 2,140 Americans carry the last name Hibbler. That puts it at #15,162 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.62 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 160,166 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Hibbler surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
2.1K
1 in 160,166
Census rank
#15,162
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.6
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
1.9K
rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 1,866 bearers of the surname Hibbler in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.62 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 15162nd position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Hibbler, the largest self-reported group is Black at 72.6%. The next largest groups are White (20.3%) and Two or More Races (4.6%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Hibbler
The surname Hibbler is of English origin, with roots dating back to the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Old English word "hibel," which means a hut or a small dwelling. This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with someone who lived in a humble abode or worked as a builder of such structures.
The earliest recorded instances of the name can be traced back to the 13th century, with variations such as "Hibald" and "Hibbald" appearing in historical records from various counties in England, including Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, and Nottinghamshire. These early spellings highlight the evolution of the name over time.
Interestingly, the Hibbler surname is mentioned in the renowned Domesday Book, a comprehensive record of landowners and their holdings compiled in 1086 under the orders of William the Conqueror. This entry provides valuable insight into the presence of the name in England during the Norman period.
One notable historical figure bearing the Hibbler surname was John Hibbler, a prominent merchant and alderman who lived in the city of London during the 16th century. His legacy is documented in various historical records, including the archives of the City of London Corporation.
Another individual of significance was Thomas Hibbler, an English clergyman and scholar who lived in the 17th century. Born in 1615, he served as the rector of several parishes and made contributions to the field of theology through his published works.
In the 18th century, the Hibbler name gained recognition with the birth of William Hibbler (1725-1795), a renowned architect who designed several notable buildings in London, including the Christ Church Spitalfields, which is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The 19th century saw the rise of James Hibbler (1832-1901), a prominent industrialist and philanthropist who made significant contributions to the development of the city of Birmingham. His legacy is celebrated through the Hibbler Memorial Library, which he founded and endowed.
Finally, it is worth mentioning Samuel Hibbler (1901-1989), a celebrated jazz and blues singer who was influential in the development of the jump blues genre. His unique vocal style and stage presence earned him widespread acclaim and recognition in the music industry.
These historical figures and records provide a glimpse into the rich tapestry of the Hibbler surname, showcasing its diverse presence across various sectors and time periods in English history.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Hibbler
Among Census respondents with the surname Hibbler, the largest self-reported group is Black at 72.6%. The next largest groups are White (20.3%) and Two or More Races (4.6%).
The bar chart below shows how Hibbler bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Hibbler surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- Black or African American72.6% · 1,355
- White20.3% · 378
- Two or more races4.6% · 86
- Hispanic or Latino1.9% · 35
- American Indian and Alaska Native0.4% · 7
- Asian and Pacific Islander0.3% · 5
Timeline
Historical Census data for Hibbler
Hibbler appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#15,328
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 1,913
+192 bearers (+11.2%)
Per 100,000 0.65
Rank movement Up 262 places
2020
#15,162
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 1,866
-47 bearers (-2.5%)
Per 100,000 0.62
Rank movement Up 166 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #15,590 | 1,721 | 0.64 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #15,328 | 1,913 | 0.65 | +192 bearers (+11.2%) | Up 262 places |
| 2020 | #15,162 | 1,866 | 0.62 | -47 bearers (-2.5%) | Up 166 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Hibbler surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #15,328 | #15,162 | 1.1% |
| Count | 1,913 | 1,866 | -2.5% |
| Per 100K | 0.65 | 0.62 | -4.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Hibbler bearers went from 1,913 to 1,866 (-2.5% change). The surname moved up 166 positions in the national ranking, going from #15,328 to #15,162.
FAQ
Hibbler surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Hibbler?
Name Census estimates that about 2,140 living Americans carry the surname Hibbler. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 160,166 residents.
How common is Hibbler?
Hibbler ranks #15,162 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.62 per 100,000 residents, which is about 1 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 1,866 people with the surname Hibbler. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (2,140), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.62 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.62 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 1 of them to have the surname Hibbler.
Has Hibbler become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Hibbler went from 1,913 recorded bearers to 1,866. That is a decrease of 47 (-2.5%). In the national ranking it rose from #15,328 to #15,162.
What does the Census say about the background of Hibbler?
Among Census respondents with the surname Hibbler, the largest self-reported group is Black at 72.6%. The next largest groups are White (20.3%) and Two or More Races (4.6%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
Black is the largest self-reported group for the surname Hibbler in the 2020 Census, accounting for 72.6% (1,355 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Hibbler appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are Black (72.6%), White (20.3%), Two or More Races (4.6%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Hibbler (2000, 2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Hibbler mean?
An English surname possibly derived from the Old English word "hibbel" meaning a barn or granary. The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Hibbler (0.62 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How many Americans have the surname Hibbler?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.