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

Mebrahtu, 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 Mebrahtu surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Mebrahtu in America

Mebrahtu is the 81181st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Mebrahtu surname appeared 233 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 Mebrahtu.

We can also compare 2010 data for Mebrahtu 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 Mebrahtu

The surname MEBRAHTU is of Eritrean origin, tracing its roots back to the ancient Semitic languages of the Horn of Africa region. It is derived from the combination of two Tigrinya words, "mebrahi" meaning "blessed" and "tu" signifying "you." Together, MEBRAHTU can be interpreted as "you are blessed" or "the blessed one."

The earliest known records of the MEBRAHTU name appear in medieval manuscripts and genealogical records from the region that is now modern-day Eritrea. These documents often mention individuals bearing this surname, indicating its prevalence among the local population during that era.

One notable historical figure with the MEBRAHTU surname was Abuna Salama Mebrahtu, a prominent leader of the Eritrean Orthodox Tewahedo Church in the 17th century. He played a significant role in preserving the church's traditions and teachings during a period of turmoil.

In the 19th century, a renowned scholar and linguist named Ghebremichael Mebrahtu made significant contributions to the study and preservation of the Tigrinya language. His works remain invaluable resources for understanding the rich linguistic heritage of Eritrea.

During the Italian colonial era in Eritrea, several individuals with the MEBRAHTU surname were active in the resistance movement against foreign occupation. One such figure was Abraha Mebrahtu, a prominent guerrilla fighter who played a pivotal role in the struggle for independence.

Another notable MEBRAHTU was Leteyesus Mebrahtu, a celebrated Eritrean artist and painter who lived in the early 20th century. His vibrant works captured the essence of Eritrean culture and landscapes, earning him widespread recognition both locally and internationally.

The MEBRAHTU surname has also been associated with several place names within Eritrea, such as the village of Mebrahtom, which likely derived its name from the presence of families bearing this surname in the area.

While the MEBRAHTU name has its origins in Eritrea, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and diaspora communities. However, its deep roots in the rich cultural and linguistic traditions of the Horn of Africa remain a testament to its enduring historical significance.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Mebrahtu

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

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

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