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

Kebede, 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 Kebede surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kebede in America

Kebede is the 17005th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kebede surname appeared 1,671 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Kebede.

We can also compare 2010 data for Kebede 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 Kebede

The surname Kebede is of Ethiopian origin, with roots that can be traced back to the ancient Semitic languages of the region. It is believed to have originated in the northern part of the country, particularly in the regions of Tigray and Amhara.

Kebede is derived from the Amharic word "kebede," which means "wealth" or "abundance." This name was likely given to individuals who were associated with prosperity, either through their occupation, social status, or personal achievements.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kebede can be found in the 14th-century Ge'ez manuscript, the "Kebra Nagast" (The Glory of Kings). This literary work chronicles the lineage of the Solomonic dynasty in Ethiopia and mentions several individuals bearing the name Kebede.

In the 16th century, a notable figure named Kebede Maryam played a significant role in the religious and cultural life of Ethiopia. He was a renowned scholar and theologian who authored several works on the Orthodox Christian faith.

During the 18th century, Kebede Tseyon, a prominent military leader, led the forces of the Ethiopian Emperor Iyasu II in battles against the invading Ottoman forces. His bravery and strategic prowess earned him a place in the annals of Ethiopian history.

In the 19th century, Kebede Tessema was a revered scholar and educator who contributed to the preservation and promotion of traditional Ethiopian literature and culture. He is credited with establishing one of the first modern schools in the country.

Another notable figure from this era was Kebede Mikael, a renowned artist and calligrapher whose intricate works adorned the walls of numerous churches and monasteries throughout Ethiopia.

As the centuries passed, the surname Kebede continued to be associated with individuals who made significant contributions to various fields, including politics, religion, arts, and academia. It remains a testament to the rich cultural heritage and history of Ethiopia.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kebede

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

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

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