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

Sabatés, 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 Sabatés surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sabatés in America

Sabatés is the 103655th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sabatés surname appeared 173 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 Sabatés.

We can also compare 2010 data for Sabatés 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 Sabatés

The surname Sabates is of Catalan origin, tracing its roots back to the region of Catalonia in northeastern Spain and parts of southern France. The name likely emerged in the late medieval period, around the 13th or 14th century.

Sabates is derived from the Catalan word "sabata," which translates to "shoe" or "boot." It is believed that the name was initially given as an occupational surname to individuals who worked as shoemakers or cobblers. Similar spellings were found in early records, such as Sabater and Sabaters.

One of the earliest documented references to the Sabates surname can be found in the census records of the town of Girona, located in the Catalonia region, dating back to the 15th century. The name appeared in various municipal records and tax rolls throughout the following centuries, indicating its presence in the region.

In the 16th century, a notable individual bearing the Sabates surname was Joan Sabates (c. 1520-1588), a renowned Catalan painter and sculptor. His works can be found in several churches and museums throughout Catalonia, showcasing the artistic talent associated with this name.

Another prominent figure was Francesc Sabates (1735-1808), a Catalan military officer who served in the Spanish Army during the late 18th century. He participated in several campaigns and played a significant role in the defense of Barcelona against French forces during the Peninsular War.

The Sabates surname also found its way to the New World, with some individuals emigrating from Catalonia to Spanish colonies in the Americas. One such individual was Jaume Sabates (1795-1870), a Catalan merchant who settled in Havana, Cuba, in the early 19th century and established a successful trading company.

Another notable figure was Pau Sabates (1858-1932), a Catalan writer and journalist who contributed to the development of Catalan literature and the promotion of the Catalan language and culture during the Renaixença period.

In the 20th century, the name gained international recognition through the work of Josep Sabates (1888-1966), a Catalan businessman and philanthropist who founded the renowned footwear company Camper. His innovative designs and commitment to sustainability and ethical production practices have left a lasting impact on the shoe industry.

While the Sabates surname is most prevalent in Catalonia and other parts of Spain, it has also spread to other regions and countries due to migration patterns, with pockets of Sabates families found in various parts of Europe, the Americas, and beyond.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sabatés

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

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

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