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

Ibisevic, 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 Ibisevic surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ibisevic in America

Ibisevic is the 141140th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ibisevic surname appeared 118 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 Ibisevic.

The history of the last name Ibisevic

The surname Ibisevic has its origins in the Balkan region, specifically in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It first emerged in the late 15th century, during the Ottoman rule over the area. The name is derived from the Turkish word "ibis," which refers to a type of wading bird found in the region, and the Bosnian suffix "-evic," indicating belonging or relation.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ibisevic can be found in a document from the Ottoman archives, dated 1487, which mentions an individual named Mehmed Ibisevic, a landowner in the village of Visoko. This village, located in central Bosnia, was known for its rich birdlife, which likely influenced the adoption of the surname.

In the 16th century, the Ibisevic family gained prominence in the region, with several members holding important positions within the Ottoman administration. Notably, Hasan Ibisevic was a renowned poet and scholar who lived in the city of Sarajevo during the late 1500s. His works, which celebrated the natural beauty of Bosnia, are regarded as some of the earliest examples of Bosnian literature.

During the 17th and 18th centuries, the Ibisevic surname spread throughout Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as neighboring regions such as Croatia and Serbia. One notable figure from this period was Mustafa Ibisevic, a military commander who fought in the Ottoman-Habsburg wars in the late 17th century.

In the 19th century, the Ibisevic family played a significant role in the cultural and intellectual life of Bosnia. Safvet-beg Ibisevic (1828-1891) was a prominent writer and poet who advocated for the preservation of Bosnian cultural identity during the Austro-Hungarian rule. His works were instrumental in shaping the modern Bosnian literary tradition.

Another notable figure from this period was Mehmed Ibisevic (1842-1915), a scholar and educator who established several schools in Bosnia and worked tirelessly to promote education and literacy among the local population. His efforts helped lay the foundation for the modern Bosnian educational system.

As the 20th century dawned, the Ibisevic family continued to make significant contributions in various fields. Vedad Ibisevic (1909-1995) was a renowned architect whose works include several iconic buildings in Sarajevo, such as the Eternal Flame memorial and the National Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

In more recent times, Vedad Ibisevic Jr. (born 1984) has carried on the family legacy as a professional footballer, representing Bosnia and Herzegovina on the international stage and playing for various clubs across Europe.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ibisevic

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

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 Ibisevic 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.

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

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