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

Hubele, 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 Hubele surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hubele in America

Hubele is the 104156th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hubele surname appeared 172 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 Hubele.

We can also compare 2010 data for Hubele 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 Hubele

The surname Hubele has its origins in Germany, emerging in the late Middle Ages around the 14th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old German word "hubel," meaning a small hill or mound, suggesting that the name may have initially referred to someone who lived near or on a hill.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Hubele can be found in the historical records of the town of Nürnberg, where a certain Hans Hubele was mentioned as a resident in the year 1398. This document provides valuable insight into the early use and spelling variations of the name.

In the 16th century, the Hubele family gained prominence in the region of Saxony, with several members holding influential positions within the local community. Notably, Johann Hubele (1525-1592) was a respected scholar and theologian who served as a rector at the University of Leipzig.

The name Hubele also appeared in various historical manuscripts and records from other parts of Germany, such as the town of Freiburg im Breisgau, where a family by the name of Hubele was documented in the late 17th century. This suggests that the name had spread and taken root in different regions over time.

One of the most notable figures bearing the Hubele surname was Friedrich Hubele (1783-1857), a renowned German composer and organist. He was highly regarded for his contributions to sacred music and is remembered for his works such as "Missa Solemnis" and numerous organ compositions.

In the 19th century, the Hubele family gained recognition in the field of medicine, with Dr. Heinrich Hubele (1819-1892) making significant contributions to the study of infectious diseases. His research and publications on the subject were widely acclaimed and influential during that era.

Another individual of historical significance was the artist and painter, Anna Hubele (1855-1928). Her works, which often depicted scenes from rural life and landscapes, were highly regarded and exhibited in various galleries across Germany.

While the surname Hubele may not have achieved widespread international recognition, it has left an indelible mark on the cultural and intellectual fabric of Germany, with individuals bearing this name making notable contributions in fields ranging from academia to the arts.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hubele

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

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

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