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

Jarbo, 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 Jarbo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Jarbo in America

Jarbo is the 47272nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Jarbo surname appeared 449 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 Jarbo.

We can also compare 2010 data for Jarbo 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 Jarbo

The surname JARBO has its origins in Sweden, where it emerged in the late 16th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old Swedish word "jäär," meaning "earth" or "soil," combined with the suffix "-bo," indicating a person who dwells or works on the land. This suggests that the name may have initially referred to individuals involved in agricultural or farming activities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name JARBO can be found in the parish records of Stora Tuna, Dalarna, Sweden, dating back to the late 1500s. The name appears to have been particularly prevalent in the regions of Dalarna and Värmland, where it was commonly associated with farming communities.

In the 17th century, the JARBO name gained recognition with the birth of Johan Jarbo (1616-1682), a prominent theologian and professor at Uppsala University. His contributions to religious studies and his scholarly works helped elevate the family's reputation during this period.

The 18th century saw the rise of Nils Jarbo (1736-1818), a Swedish military officer who served in the Pomeranian War and the Russo-Swedish War of 1788-1790. His military service and accomplishments brought further recognition to the JARBO name.

In the 19th century, the name gained literary significance with the birth of Anna Jarbo (1852-1928), a Swedish novelist and playwright. Her works explored themes of social injustice and women's rights, earning her a place among the notable literary figures of her time.

Another notable figure bearing the JARBO surname was Gustaf Jarbo (1879-1952), a Swedish architect renowned for his innovative designs and contributions to the Scandinavian architectural style. His works included several notable buildings in Stockholm and other parts of Sweden.

The JARBO name has also been associated with various place names and locations throughout Sweden. For instance, the village of Järbo in Dalarna county is believed to have derived its name from the surname, reflecting the historical presence of JARBO families in the area.

These examples illustrate the rich history and geographical distribution of the JARBO surname, which has been woven into the cultural tapestry of Sweden over several centuries. While the name's origins can be traced back to agricultural roots, it has since transcended various fields, including academia, military service, literature, and architecture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Jarbo

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

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

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