Explore the Family Name Karabin
The meaning of Karabin
1. Rusyn (from Slovakia) and Slovak (also Karabín): nickname or perhaps metonymic occupational name from karabín ‘carbine’, a type of short rifle or musket used by cavalry. 2. Jewish (Ashkenazic): artificial name from Russian karabin ‘carbine’ (compare above). 3. American shortened form of Greek Karabinis or Karabinos: derivative of karabina ‘carbine’ (compare above).
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Karabin in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Karabin saw a slight dip in popularity between 2000 and 2010. The rank of the surname fell from 48,469 in 2000 to 50,960 in 2010, marking a decrease of 5.14 percent. However, the number of individuals with this surname remained constant at 409 during both census years. Consequently, the proportion of Karabins per 100,000 people also experienced a small decline, dropping by 6.67 percent.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #48,469 | #50,960 | -5.14% |
| Count | 409 | 409 | 0% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.15 | 0.14 | -6.67% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Karabin
Regarding the ethnic identity associated with the surname Karabin, the Decennial U.S. Census data indicates that it's overwhelmingly White. In 2000, about 97.56 percent of those carrying the Karabin name identified as White, which slightly increased to 98.53 percent in 2010. There were no recorded instances of this surname among Asian/Pacific Islanders, those claiming two or more races, Hispanics, Blacks, or American Indian and Alaskan Natives during these two census periods.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.56% | 98.53% | 0.99% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |