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

Sebhatu, 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 Sebhatu surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sebhatu in America

Sebhatu is the 97210th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sebhatu surname appeared 187 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 Sebhatu.

We can also compare 2010 data for Sebhatu 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 Sebhatu

The surname SEBHATU originated in Eritrea, a country located in the Horn of Africa. It is a name with deep roots in the Eritrean culture and history, dating back several centuries.

SEBHATU is derived from the Tigrinya language, which is spoken by the Tigrinya ethnic group in Eritrea and parts of Ethiopia. The name is believed to have originated from the combination of two words: "seb" meaning "person" and "hatu" meaning "truth" or "honesty." Thus, the name SEBHATU can be interpreted as "a person of truth" or "an honest person."

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the SEBHATU surname can be found in the chronicles of the Aksumite Empire, which ruled over the region from the 1st century BC to the 7th century AD. These ancient records document individuals bearing the name, suggesting its long-standing presence in the region.

In the 15th century, a notable figure named Sebhatu Ghebremariam played a significant role in the resistance against the Ottoman Empire's attempt to conquer the region. He is celebrated as a local hero and is believed to have contributed to the preservation of Eritrean culture and identity.

During the 16th century, a renowned scholar and priest named Sebhatu Ghebresellassie authored several religious texts and manuscripts that helped shape the cultural and spiritual landscape of Eritrea. His works are still studied and revered by the Eritrean Orthodox Tewahedo Church.

In the 19th century, Sebhatu Ghebremichael was a prominent leader and diplomat who represented Eritrean interests in negotiations with various foreign powers. He is credited with helping to maintain the region's autonomy and safeguarding its traditions.

Another notable figure with the SEBHATU surname was Sebhatu Ghebredingil, a celebrated artist who lived in the early 20th century. His intricate paintings and frescoes adorned many churches and monasteries in Eritrea, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the region.

While the SEBHATU surname is predominantly found in Eritrea, it has also spread to other parts of the world through migration and diaspora communities. However, its origins and deep-rooted connections to Eritrean culture and history remain a testament to the name's enduring legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sebhatu

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

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

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