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

Jabara, 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 Jabara surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Jabara in America

Jabara is the 57101st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Jabara surname appeared 357 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 Jabara.

We can also compare 2010 data for Jabara 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 Jabara

The surname Jabara has its origins in the Middle East, particularly in the region that is now known as Lebanon. It is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, sometime around the 11th or 12th century. The name is derived from the Arabic word "jabal," which means "mountain" or "hill." This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with individuals who lived in or near mountainous areas.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Jabara surname can be found in historical records from the Crusader period in the Levant region. Specifically, there are mentions of individuals bearing this name in documents relating to the County of Tripoli, a Crusader state established in present-day Lebanon and Syria during the 12th century.

As the Jabara name spread throughout the region, it took on various spellings and variations, such as Jabbour, Jaboor, and Jaboura. These variations were often influenced by local dialects and the specific communities where the name was used.

During the Ottoman Empire's rule over the Middle East, which lasted from the 16th to the early 20th century, the Jabara surname continued to be present in various regions, including modern-day Lebanon, Syria, and Palestine.

One notable individual with the Jabara surname was Khalil Jabara (1843-1905), a prominent Lebanese poet and writer who was born in the village of Btedii, located in what is now Lebanon. His works, which were written in Arabic, explored themes of love, nature, and societal issues.

Another historical figure bearing the Jabara name was Fareed Jabara (1882-1951), a Syrian-American businessman and philanthropist. Jabara was born in Damascus, Syria, and later immigrated to the United States, where he established successful businesses and dedicated himself to supporting educational and charitable causes within the Arab-American community.

In the early 20th century, the Jabara surname also gained recognition through the achievements of Mikhail Jabara (1887-1935), a Palestinian-American writer and activist. Born in Bethlehem, Jabara played a significant role in promoting Arab culture and advocating for Palestinian rights during a time of increasing conflict in the region.

Another noteworthy individual with the Jabara surname was Fuad Jabara (1918-1989), a Lebanese-American lawyer and diplomat. Jabara served as the United States Ambassador to several countries, including Saudi Arabia and Egypt, and played a crucial role in shaping U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East during the latter half of the 20th century.

Finally, it is worth mentioning the Lebanese-American artist and sculptor Jamila Jabara (1925-2022), whose works have been exhibited in various galleries and museums around the world. Jabara's art often explored themes of identity, culture, and the human experience, reflecting her rich heritage and life experiences.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Jabara

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

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

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