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

Hobbins, 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 Hobbins surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hobbins in America

Hobbins is the 36838th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hobbins surname appeared 606 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 Hobbins.

We can also compare 2010 data for Hobbins 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 Hobbins

The surname HOBBINS is of English origin and dates back to the late 16th century. It is believed to have originated in the county of Hertfordshire, England, and is thought to be a variant spelling of the Old English word "hobyn," meaning "small horse" or "pony." This name may have been used as a nickname for someone who was small in stature or had a stocky build.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the HOBBINS surname can be found in the parish records of Hertfordshire in the late 1500s. The name was also found in various other parts of England during this time period, including Essex, Suffolk, and Norfolk.

In the 17th century, the HOBBINS surname appears in several historical documents, such as the Hearth Tax Rolls of 1662 and the Protestation Returns of 1641-42. These records provide valuable insights into the distribution and prevalence of the name across various regions of England.

One notable individual with the HOBBINS surname was William HOBBINS, a merchant and landowner who lived in Hertfordshire in the late 17th century. Records indicate that he owned substantial property and was a prominent figure in his local community.

Another noteworthy bearer of the HOBBINS name was John HOBBINS, born in 1712 in Suffolk, England. He was a renowned clockmaker and his works are still highly regarded by collectors and horologists today.

In the 19th century, the HOBBINS surname gained further recognition with the accomplishments of Mary Ann HOBBINS (1805-1880), a pioneering educator who established several schools for underprivileged children in London. Her efforts were widely praised and contributed to improving access to education for many disadvantaged families.

Other individuals with the HOBBINS surname include George HOBBINS (1856-1923), a successful businessman and philanthropist from Hertfordshire, and Emily HOBBINS (1882-1968), a celebrated author and poet whose works explored themes of nature and rural life in England.

The HOBBINS surname has a rich history spanning several centuries and is deeply rooted in various regions of England. While its exact origins remain somewhat obscure, the name's longevity and association with notable individuals across different fields have solidified its place in English genealogy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hobbins

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

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

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