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

Sidibé, 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 Sidibé surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sidibé in America

Sidibé is the 35945th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sidibé surname appeared 624 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 Sidibé.

We can also compare 2010 data for Sidibé 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 Sidibé

The surname Sidibe has its origins in West Africa, specifically in the region that is now modern-day Mali. It emerged in the 13th century and is derived from the Bambara language, which is spoken by the Bambara people, an ethnic group native to Mali.

The name Sidibe is thought to be a combination of two Bambara words: "sidi" meaning "to be worthy" or "to be respectable," and "be" meaning "person" or "human." Thus, the name Sidibe can be interpreted as referring to a person of high esteem or respectability.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Sidibe can be found in the Timbuktu Manuscripts, a vast collection of ancient scholarly works that were preserved in the city of Timbuktu, Mali. These manuscripts date back to the 14th century and mention several individuals with the surname Sidibe, indicating that the name was already well-established in the region at that time.

In the 16th century, a prominent Malian scholar and historian named Mahmoud Kati Sidibe wrote a comprehensive chronicle of the Mali Empire, which provided valuable insights into the history and culture of the region. His work, titled "Tarikh al-Fattash," is considered a seminal text in the study of West African history.

Another notable figure with the surname Sidibe was Samba Sidibe, a renowned military leader and warrior who lived in the 18th century. He played a crucial role in defending the Bambara kingdom against invading forces and is celebrated for his bravery and strategic acumen.

In the 19th century, a Malian artist and sculptor named Amadu Sidibe gained recognition for his intricate woodcarvings and sculptures, which depicted scenes from daily life and traditional Malian culture. His works are now displayed in various museums and art galleries around the world.

More recently, in the 20th century, Salif Sidibe, a Malian singer and songwriter, became an influential figure in the development of Afro-pop and World music. His unique blend of traditional Malian rhythms and contemporary styles earned him international acclaim and a dedicated following.

While the surname Sidibe is most prevalent in Mali, it has also spread to other parts of West Africa and beyond, as a result of migration and cultural exchange. The name continues to hold significance as a symbol of respectability and cultural heritage in the regions where it originated.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sidibé

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

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

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