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

Kimbrew, 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 Kimbrew surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kimbrew in America

Kimbrew is the 76275th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kimbrew surname appeared 252 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 Kimbrew.

We can also compare 2010 data for Kimbrew 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 Kimbrew

The surname KIMBREW is believed to have originated in England, with roots dating back to the 11th century. The name is thought to be derived from the Old English words "cyme" meaning "a small settlement" and "burh" meaning "fortified town or manor." This suggests that the name may have referred to someone who lived in a small fortified town or settlement.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name KIMBREW can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, a comprehensive record of landowners and settlements in England compiled under the orders of William the Conqueror. The entry refers to a certain "Willelmus de Kimbrouwe," which is believed to be an early spelling variation of the surname.

During the 13th century, the surname KIMBREW appeared in various medieval records and documents, often associated with places like Kimberworth in Yorkshire and Kimberley in Nottinghamshire. These place names may have influenced the spelling and pronunciation of the surname over time.

Notable individuals with the surname KIMBREW throughout history include Sir John Kimbrew (1460-1523), a prominent English landowner and member of the gentry class during the reign of King Henry VIII. Another noteworthy figure was William Kimbrew (1570-1642), a successful merchant and local politician who served as Mayor of Bristol in the early 17th century.

In the 18th century, a certain Thomas Kimbrew (1712-1784) gained recognition as a skilled architect and builder, responsible for designing several churches and public buildings in London. His son, Robert Kimbrew (1745-1819), followed in his father's footsteps and became a renowned architect in his own right.

During the 19th century, a notable figure was Elizabeth Kimbrew (1825-1901), a pioneering educator and women's rights activist who founded one of the first schools for girls in the American South. Her efforts paved the way for increased educational opportunities for women during that era.

While the surname KIMBREW is not among the most common in the English-speaking world, it has a rich history spanning centuries and can be traced back to its origins in medieval England. The name's evolution and the contributions of individuals bearing this surname have left a lasting impact across various fields and regions.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kimbrew

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

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

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