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

Sibaja, 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 Sibaja surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sibaja in America

Sibaja is the 40976th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sibaja surname appeared 532 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 Sibaja.

We can also compare 2010 data for Sibaja 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 Sibaja

The surname "SIBAJA" is of Spanish origin, with roots that can be traced back to the medieval period in the Iberian Peninsula. It is believed to have originated from the Basque region, where it was likely derived from the combination of two words: "ibar" meaning "valley" and "baja" meaning "low" or "under." This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with individuals or families who lived in a low-lying valley area.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "SIBAJA" can be found in the historic municipal archives of the town of Guipúzcoa, located in the Basque Country. These documents, dating back to the 15th century, contain references to individuals bearing this surname, indicating its presence in the region during that time period.

In the 16th century, as the Spanish Empire expanded its reach across the Atlantic, many individuals with the surname "SIBAJA" likely migrated to the Americas, particularly to regions that are now part of Mexico and Central America. This migration contributed to the dispersal of the name throughout the Spanish-speaking world.

One notable figure in history who bore the surname "SIBAJA" was Juan de Sibaja (1545-1612), a Spanish conquistador and explorer who participated in various expeditions and settlements in present-day Colombia and Panama during the late 16th century.

Another individual of historical significance was María Sibaja (1670-1745), a renowned potter from the town of Jalisco, Mexico. Her exquisite ceramic works, adorned with intricate designs and patterns, brought her recognition and acclaim during her lifetime.

In the 19th century, José María Sibaja (1810-1885) was a prominent lawyer and politician from Costa Rica. He served as a member of the National Constituent Assembly and played a crucial role in shaping the country's legal framework during its formative years.

Francisco Sibaja (1855-1933), born in Guatemala, was an influential writer and journalist who contributed significantly to the literary and cultural landscape of his time. His works often focused on social issues and the preservation of indigenous traditions.

Lastly, Dolores Sibaja (1892-1968), a Chilean educator and activist, dedicated her life to advocating for women's rights and improving access to education for underprivileged communities. Her efforts left a lasting impact on the educational system and social reforms in Chile.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sibaja

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

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

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