2000
#134,037
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 116
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.04
Very Rare Last name
Zybura
An uncommon surname suggesting possible Polish or East European origins.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 117 Americans carry the last name Zybura. That puts it at #154,755 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.03 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,929,524 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Zybura surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
117
1 in 2,929,524
Census rank
#154,755
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
102
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 102 bearers of the surname Zybura in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.03 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 154755th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Zybura, the largest self-reported group is White at 93.1%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (4.9%) and Asian/Pacific Islander (2.0%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Zybura
The surname Zybura traces its origins back to Poland, emerging around the medieval period. Polish surnames often derive from physical characteristics, occupations, or locations, and Zybura is no exception. The name is believed to have originated in the regions of Lesser Poland and Silesia. Historical linguistics point to a derivation from old Polish words possibly related to a characteristic or trade, though the exact root word remains somewhat obscure.
One of the earliest references to the surname Zybura is found in tax records from the late 15th century in the Silesian region, indicating that it was already in use among the local population. These early records mention a Jan Zybura, a landowner in the area around what is now Wrocław, who was registered in 1498. The name appears consistently in various documents through the following centuries, often associated with land transactions or legal proceedings.
Around the 17th century, the Zybura name appears more frequently in parish records, suggesting a stable presence throughout various Polish communities. One notable figure is Marcin Zybura, born in 1622, a known merchant in Kraków. His dealings with the Hanseatic League highlight the economic role some of the Zyburas had during this period. Marcin's records, including tax payments and trade licenses, provide a glimpse into the commercial enterprises of the time.
In the 18th century, the surname appears in ecclesiastical records, specifically in Silesia. One such individual is Katarzyna Zybura, born in 1705, noted for significant charitable contributions to the local church in Opole. Her donations and the subsequent records of these acts suggest the Zybura name was associated with devout religious practice and community involvement.
Moving into the 19th century, historical references to Zybura become more pronounced. Stanisław Zybura, born in 1850, was a well-documented participant in local governance in Lublin. His role in the local council and involvement in agricultural reforms are recorded in municipal records of the period. The surname during this era also sees minor variations in spelling, such as Zibura and Zyborra, reflecting regional dialects and orthographic practices.
Finally, in the early 20th century, Józef Zybura, born in 1898, stands out for his contributions during the Polish-Soviet War. His military records detail his involvement and bravery, earning him several commendations. His post-war involvement in veterans' organizations further solidifies the enduring legacy of the Zybura name in Polish history.
Through these historical snapshots, it is evident that the surname Zybura has a rich and varied history, deeply intertwined with the socio-economic and cultural fabric of Poland over several centuries.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Zybura
Among Census respondents with the surname Zybura, the largest self-reported group is White at 93.1%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (4.9%) and Asian/Pacific Islander (2.0%).
The bar chart below shows how Zybura bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Zybura surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White93.1% · 95
- Two or more races4.9% · 5
- Asian and Pacific Islander2.0% · 2
Timeline
Historical Census data for Zybura
Zybura appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#137,327
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 122
+6 bearers (+5.2%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 3,290 places
2020
#154,755
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 102
-20 bearers (-16.4%)
Per 100,000 0.03
Rank movement Down 17,428 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #134,037 | 116 | 0.04 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #137,327 | 122 | 0.04 | +6 bearers (+5.2%) | Down 3,290 places |
| 2020 | #154,755 | 102 | 0.03 | -20 bearers (-16.4%) | Down 17,428 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Zybura surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #137,327 | #154,755 | -12.7% |
| Count | 122 | 102 | -16.4% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.03 | -14.7% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Zybura bearers went from 122 to 102 (-16.4% change). The surname moved down 17,428 positions in the national ranking, going from #137,327 to #154,755.
FAQ
Zybura surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Zybura?
Name Census estimates that about 117 living Americans carry the surname Zybura. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,929,524 residents.
How common is Zybura?
Zybura ranks #154,755 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.03 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 102 people with the surname Zybura. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (117), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.03 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.03 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Zybura.
Has Zybura become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Zybura went from 122 recorded bearers to 102. That is a decrease of 20 (-16.4%). In the national ranking it fell from #137,327 to #154,755.
What does the Census say about the background of Zybura?
Among Census respondents with the surname Zybura, the largest self-reported group is White at 93.1%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (4.9%) and Asian/Pacific Islander (2.0%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Zybura in the 2020 Census, accounting for 93.1% (95 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Zybura appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (93.1%), Two or More Races (4.9%), Asian/Pacific Islander (2.0%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Zybura (2000, 2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Zybura mean?
An uncommon surname suggesting possible Polish or East European origins. The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Zybura (0.03 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How many people have the last name Zybura?
Find out how many Americans have the surname Zybura on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.