Explore the Family Name Sebald
The meaning of Sebald
German (mainly Bavaria): from the ancient Germanic personal name Sebald, composed of the elements sigi ‘victory’ + bald ‘courageous, bold’. This was popular in Nuremburg, being the name of the city’s patron saint. Compare Seibold. Some characteristic forenames: German Erwin, Hans, Johann, Otto, Reinhold.
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How common is the last name Sebald in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname Sebald has slightly decreased between 2000 and 2010. In the year 2000, the name was ranked at 41,060, while in 2010 it dropped to 45,026, showing a decline of approximately 9.66%. The total count of individuals with this surname also decreased from 501 in 2000 to 476 in 2010, marking a drop of about 4.99%. Consequently, the proportion of this name per 100,000 individuals also fell by 15.79%, moving from 0.19 in 2000 to 0.16 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #41,060 | #45,026 | -9.66% |
| Count | 501 | 476 | -4.99% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.19 | 0.16 | -15.79% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Sebald
Regarding the ethnic identity associated with the surname Sebald, the data from the Decennial U.S. Census shows that it is predominantly linked to White ethnicity. However, there have been minor shifts over time. In 2000, about 98.40% of people with the Sebald surname identified as White, but this percentage slightly dropped to 96.22% by 2010. Over the same period, there was an increase in the percentage of people identifying as two or more races, from 1.00% to 1.68%. There were no significant changes in other ethnic identities such as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, and American Indian and Alaskan Native. Interestingly, in 2010, 1.05% of individuals with the Sebald surname identified as Hispanic, which was not recorded in the year 2000.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.4% | 96.22% | -2.22% |
| Two or More Races | 1% | 1.68% | 68% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 1.05% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |