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

Mbye, 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 Mbye surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Mbye in America

Mbye is the 119508th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Mbye surname appeared 145 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 Mbye.

The history of the last name Mbye

The surname "MBYE" originates from the West African country of Senegal, where it first appeared in the late 15th century. It is believed to have derived from the Wolof language, one of the most widely spoken languages in Senegal, and may have been a variation of the word "mbye," meaning "wise" or "knowledgeable."

In the early 16th century, the name appeared in several historical records and documents in the region, including local administrative records and trade documents. One of the earliest known references to the name "MBYE" was found in a manuscript dated 1527, which documented a trade agreement between local merchants and Portuguese traders.

The first recorded individual with the surname "MBYE" was Boubacar MBYE, a prominent merchant and trader who lived in the city of Saint-Louis, Senegal, in the late 16th century. Another notable figure was Fatima MBYE, a respected scholar and teacher who lived in the village of Mbour, Senegal, in the mid-17th century.

As the name spread across West Africa, it gained recognition and prominence. In the 18th century, Amadou MBYE was a well-known Islamic scholar and teacher who authored several works on religious texts and teachings. His works were widely studied and referenced throughout the region.

During the 19th century, the name "MBYE" appeared in various historical documents and records related to the colonial period in Senegal. One notable figure was Cheikh Anta MBYE, a leader of the Sufi brotherhood who played a significant role in the resistance against French colonial rule in the late 19th century.

Another prominent individual with the surname "MBYE" was Aline MBYE (1890-1978), a pioneering Senegalese feminist and activist who fought for women's rights and education. She founded several schools and organizations dedicated to empowering women and promoting their social and economic advancement.

While the surname "MBYE" has its roots in Senegal, it has since spread to other parts of West Africa and beyond, carried by individuals and families who have migrated or descended from ancestors who bore this name. Throughout its history, the name "MBYE" has been associated with wisdom, knowledge, and a rich cultural heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Mbye

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

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

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