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

Strimbu, 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 Strimbu surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Strimbu in America

Strimbu is the 107669th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Strimbu surname appeared 165 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 Strimbu.

We can also compare 2010 data for Strimbu 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 Strimbu

The surname STRIMBU is believed to have originated in Romania, with its roots tracing back to the late 15th century. It is derived from the Romanian word "strâmb," which means "crooked" or "bent," suggesting a possible connection to an ancestor with a physical characteristic or occupation involving craftwork or manual labor.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the STRIMBU surname can be found in the historical archives of the Principality of Wallachia, where a certain Ioan STRIMBU was mentioned as a landowner in the village of Râmnicu Sărat in the year 1492. This suggests that the name had already established itself as a prominent surname in the region by that time.

During the 16th and 17th centuries, the STRIMBU family gained considerable influence and wealth, with several members holding important positions within the local administration and military. Notably, Mihai STRIMBU served as a commander in the army of Prince Michael the Brave, who united the principalities of Wallachia, Moldavia, and Transylvania in 1600.

In the 18th century, the STRIMBU lineage expanded beyond the borders of Romania. A branch of the family settled in the Russian Empire, where Andrei STRIMBU (1725-1789) became a respected merchant and landowner in the city of Odessa. His descendants continued to play a significant role in the region's economic and cultural life throughout the 19th century.

Another notable figure was Gheorghe STRIMBU (1812-1876), a prominent Romanian politician and writer who served as a member of the National Assembly and actively supported the union of the principalities of Wallachia and Moldavia. His literary works, including poetry and historical novels, contributed to the preservation of Romanian cultural heritage.

In more recent times, the STRIMBU name has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including academics, artists, and athletes. One such example is Nicolae STRIMBU (1934-2009), a renowned Romanian painter and sculptor whose works have been exhibited in numerous galleries across Europe and North America.

While the STRIMBU surname may have originated from humble beginnings, it has been borne by individuals who have left their mark on history, spanning various fields and regions over the centuries. The name's enduring legacy serves as a testament to the resilience and versatility of its bearers.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Strimbu

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

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

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