Explore the Family Name Sibson
The meaning of Sibson
English: 1. habitational name from Sibson (Leicestershire), also known as Sibstone, or Sipson in Harmondsworth (Middlesex). The Leicestershire placename probably derives from the Old English personal-name Sigeberht (genitive Sigeberhtes) + Old English dūn ‘hill’, while the Middlesex placename probably comes from the Old English personal name Sibwine (genitive Sibwines) + Old English tūn. Influence from (and confusion with) Middle English Sibbeson ‘Sibyl’s son’ (see below) also seems likely. 2. metronymic from Middle English Sibb, a pet form of the female personal name Sibyl, + -son. Compare Sibley.
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How common is the last name Sibson in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Sibson has seen a decline between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, the surname ranked 73,931 in popularity with a count of 244, representing 0.09 out of every 100k people. However, by the year 2010, the rank had dropped to 89,753, the count decreased to 206 and the proportion per 100k fell to 0.07, indicating a decrease in popularity by 21.4% and a count reduction of 15.57%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #73,931 | #89,753 | -21.4% |
| Count | 244 | 206 | -15.57% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.09 | 0.07 | -22.22% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Sibson
Regarding the ethnicity associated with the surname Sibson, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows it is predominantly tied to the White ethnic group. In 2000, 96.72% of individuals with this last name identified as White, and this figure increased slightly to 97.57% by 2010. The data does not show any representation of the Sibson surname within the Asian/Pacific Islander, Two or more races, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native ethnicities in either 2000 or 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.72% | 97.57% | 0.88% |
| 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% |