Explore the Family Name Gebbia
The meaning of Gebbia
Italian (southern): topographic name from Sicilian gebbia ‘irrigation cistern’ (from Arabic jābiyah ‘pool, basin’), or a habitational name from any of various places called with this word. Some characteristic forenames: Italian Salvatore, Carmela.
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How common is the last name Gebbia in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Gebbia experienced a mild decrease between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, the name was ranked at 34,114, while in 2010 it dropped down to 35,147, marking a change of -3.03%. However, there was a slight increase in the actual count of the surname from 629 in 2000 to 641 in 2010 (an increase of 1.91%). This indicates that although the proportion per 100k declined by -4.35%, the surname's overall prevalence saw a modest growth.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #34,114 | #35,147 | -3.03% |
| Count | 629 | 641 | 1.91% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.23 | 0.22 | -4.35% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Gebbia
Regarding the ethnic identity associated with the surname Gebbia, based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, this surname is primarily found within the White demographic group. The percentage increased slightly from 96.34% in 2000 to 97.35% in 2010, suggesting a stronger affiliation over time. In contrast, the presence of the Gebbia surname among the Hispanic population decreased significantly by -30.04%, from 2.23% in 2000 to 1.56% in 2010. There were no recorded instances of the Gebbia surname within Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native groups during either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.34% | 97.35% | 1.05% |
| Hispanic | 2.23% | 1.56% | -30.04% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |