Explore the Family Name Sebestyen
The meaning of Sebestyen
Hungarian (Sebestyén): from the personal name Sebestyén, Hungarian form of Sebastian. Some characteristic forenames: Hungarian Geza, Zoltan, Bela, Denes, Elek, Laszlo, Mihaly, Tamas, Tibor.
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How common is the last name Sebestyen in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Sebestyen saw a slight dip in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 54,385th but dropped to the 57,516th spot in 2010, signifying a decline of approximately 5.76%. The number of individuals carrying this surname also marginally decreased from 355 in 2000 to 354 in 2010, reflecting a rate reduction of 0.28%. Consequently, the proportion per 100,000 residents fell by 7.69%, shifting from 0.13 to 0.12.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #54,385 | #57,516 | -5.76% |
| Count | 355 | 354 | -0.28% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.13 | 0.12 | -7.69% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Sebestyen
In terms of ethnic identity, the Sebestyen surname has seen some changes over the decade as reflected in the Decennial U.S. Census data. Between 2000 and 2010, there was an increase in individuals of Asian/Pacific Islander descent carrying the surname, moving from 1.41% to 1.98%, marking a growth of 40.43%. However, those identifying with two or more races ceased to carry the surname by 2010. The majority continued to be White, with a slight increase from 95.49% in 2000 to 96.33% in 2010. There were no reported instances of the surname among Hispanic, Black, American Indian, and Alaskan Native populations during both years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 95.49% | 96.33% | 0.88% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 1.41% | 1.98% | 40.43% |
| Two or More Races | 2.25% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |