2000
#141,788
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 108
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.04
Very Rare Last name
Serbantez
A Spanish surname potentially derived from the word "sirviente" meaning servant or attendant.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 138 Americans carry the last name Serbantez. That puts it at #142,049 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,483,727 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Serbantez surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
138
1 in 2,483,727
Census rank
#142,049
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
120
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 120 bearers of the surname Serbantez in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 142049th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Serbantez, the largest self-reported group is Hispanic at 88.3%. The next largest groups are White (10.0%) and Black (0.8%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Serbantez
The surname SERBANTEZ has its origins in Spain, tracing back to the late 15th century. It is believed to have derived from the Spanish words "serban" and "tez," which referred to a person with a particular complexion or skin tone. This suggests that the name may have originated as a descriptive nickname or a reference to an individual's physical appearance.
Early records indicate that the surname SERBANTEZ was prevalent in the region of Andalusia, particularly in the cities of Seville and Córdoba. It is possible that the name has roots in the Moorish culture that once flourished in this area, as the term "serban" bears resemblance to the Arabic word "sarban," meaning "turban."
One of the earliest documented references to the name SERBANTEZ can be found in the municipal archives of Seville, dated 1493. This record mentions a certain Juan SERBANTEZ, a merchant who traded in spices and textiles with the Ottoman Empire. Unfortunately, no further details about Juan's life or his family are available.
In the 16th century, the name SERBANTEZ appears in several local land registries and tax records, indicating that individuals bearing this surname were landowners and taxpayers in the region. One notable figure from this period was Pedro SERBANTEZ (1532-1598), a renowned architect who contributed to the design and construction of several churches and monasteries in Seville.
During the 17th century, the SERBANTEZ family seemed to have expanded their influence beyond Andalusia. Miguel SERBANTEZ (1612-1679), a scholar and theologian, was born in Madrid and served as a professor at the University of Alcalá. His writings on philosophy and theology were widely studied and respected during his time.
In the 18th century, the name SERBANTEZ gained prominence in the military ranks. Antonio SERBANTEZ (1745-1821) was a decorated officer in the Spanish Army who participated in the Peninsular War against Napoleonic forces. His bravery and leadership earned him numerous accolades and promotions throughout his career.
Another notable figure was María SERBANTEZ (1789-1862), a celebrated writer and poet from Córdoba. Her works, which explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition, were widely acclaimed and inspired many other poets of her era.
As the centuries progressed, the SERBANTEZ surname continued to be represented in various fields, including academia, politics, and the arts. However, it is important to note that this information is based on historical records and may not reflect the complete picture of the name's evolution and prominence over time.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Serbantez
Among Census respondents with the surname Serbantez, the largest self-reported group is Hispanic at 88.3%. The next largest groups are White (10.0%) and Black (0.8%).
The bar chart below shows how Serbantez bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Serbantez surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- Hispanic or Latino88.3% · 106
- White10.0% · 12
- Black or African American0.8% · 1
- Two or more races0.8% · 1
Timeline
Historical Census data for Serbantez
Serbantez appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#143,149
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 116
+8 bearers (+7.4%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 1,361 places
2020
#142,049
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 120
+4 bearers (+3.4%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Up 1,100 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #141,788 | 108 | 0.04 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #143,149 | 116 | 0.04 | +8 bearers (+7.4%) | Down 1,361 places |
| 2020 | #142,049 | 120 | 0.04 | +4 bearers (+3.4%) | Up 1,100 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Serbantez surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #143,149 | #142,049 | 0.8% |
| Count | 116 | 120 | 3.4% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | 0.4% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Serbantez bearers went from 116 to 120 (+3.4% change). The surname moved up 1,100 positions in the national ranking, going from #143,149 to #142,049.
FAQ
Serbantez surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Serbantez?
Name Census estimates that about 138 living Americans carry the surname Serbantez. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,483,727 residents.
How common is Serbantez?
Serbantez ranks #142,049 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 120 people with the surname Serbantez. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (138), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.04 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.04 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Serbantez.
Has Serbantez become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Serbantez went from 116 recorded bearers to 120. That is an increase of 4 (+3.4%). In the national ranking it rose from #143,149 to #142,049.
What does the Census say about the background of Serbantez?
Among Census respondents with the surname Serbantez, the largest self-reported group is Hispanic at 88.3%. The next largest groups are White (10.0%) and Black (0.8%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
Hispanic is the largest self-reported group for the surname Serbantez in the 2020 Census, accounting for 88.3% (106 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Serbantez appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are Hispanic (88.3%), White (10.0%), Black (0.8%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Serbantez (2000, 2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Serbantez mean?
A Spanish surname potentially derived from the word "sirviente" meaning servant or attendant. The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Serbantez (0.04 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How many people have the surname Serbantez?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.