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

Simba, 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 Simba surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Simba in America

Simba is the 139228th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Simba surname appeared 120 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 Simba.

The history of the last name Simba

The surname "SIMBA" is believed to have its origins in the Swahili language spoken in parts of East Africa. The word "simba" in Swahili translates to "lion," which suggests that the name may have been associated with strength, bravery, or leadership qualities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname "SIMBA" can be traced back to the 19th century in the region now known as Tanzania. During this period, many Swahili names began to emerge as surnames, reflecting the cultural and linguistic diversity of the region.

While the precise origin of the surname "SIMBA" is not entirely clear, it is believed to have been adopted by individuals or families who may have had some connection to the lion, either through folklore, cultural traditions, or personal experiences. In some cases, surnames were derived from nicknames or descriptive terms that were passed down through generations.

In the early 20th century, the name "SIMBA" gained greater recognition due to its association with the iconic character Simba from the Disney animated film "The Lion King." This fictional character, inspired by the Swahili word for lion, helped to popularize the name globally and associate it with themes of courage, strength, and leadership.

Notable individuals with the surname "SIMBA" include:

1. Rashid Simba (1938-2009), a Tanzanian politician and former Prime Minister of Tanzania from 1984 to 1985.
2. Hamisi Simba (born 1965), a Tanzanian football player who played as a defender for various clubs in Tanzania and Oman.
3. Zakia Simba (born 1977), a Tanzanian actress and model known for her work in Swahili-language films and television shows.
4. Saida Simba (born 1991), a Tanzanian long-distance runner who specializes in marathon events.
5. Bakari Simba (born 1980), a Kenyan-born British actor and writer known for his work in theatre and television productions.

While the surname "SIMBA" may not have a long recorded history, its connection to the Swahili language and cultural traditions of East Africa have contributed to its enduring significance and recognition in various parts of the world.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Simba

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

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 Simba 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.

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

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