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

Ubieta, 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 Ubieta surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ubieta in America

Ubieta is the 128249th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ubieta surname appeared 133 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 Ubieta.

The history of the last name Ubieta

The surname UBIETA is of Spanish origin, tracing its roots back to the medieval era in the Iberian Peninsula. The name is believed to have originated from the Basque region, where it may have derived from the Basque word "ubi," meaning "apple," or from a place name containing the word.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the UBIETA surname dates back to the 13th century, when it appeared in medieval Spanish records and documents. During this period, the name was often spelled with variations such as Ubieta, Ubieda, or Hubieta, reflecting the linguistic nuances of the time.

In the 15th century, the UBIETA surname gained prominence with the birth of Juan de Ubieta (1450-1521), a Spanish nobleman and military commander who played a significant role in the Reconquista, the campaign to expel the Moors from the Iberian Peninsula. Juan de Ubieta was known for his bravery and strategic acumen, earning him recognition from the Spanish monarchs of the time.

Another notable figure bearing the UBIETA surname was Martín de Ubieta (1600-1672), a Spanish Catholic priest and historian who authored several works on the history of Spain and the Catholic Church. His writings provided valuable insights into the religious and cultural landscape of 17th-century Spain.

In the 18th century, the UBIETA surname made its mark in the field of literature with the birth of María Ubieta (1720-1790), a renowned Spanish poet and writer. Her poetic works were widely celebrated and contributed to the flourishing of Spanish literature during the Enlightenment period.

Transitioning to the 19th century, the UBIETA surname was associated with José María Ubieta (1830-1905), a Spanish politician and lawyer who served as a member of the Spanish Parliament. His contributions to the legal and political spheres of his time were notable.

Furthermore, the UBIETA name has been linked to several place names throughout Spain, particularly in the regions of Navarre and the Basque Country, where towns and villages bearing the name Ubieta or variations thereof can be found. These place names may have influenced the formation and spread of the surname.

While the UBIETA surname has its origins in Spain, it has since spread to various parts of the world, carried by individuals and families who migrated or descended from Spanish ancestors. The name continues to be a testament to the rich cultural heritage and history of the Iberian Peninsula.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ubieta

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

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

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