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Grbic Surname Meaning

Serbian, Croatian, and Bosniak (Grbić): nickname for a hunchback derived from Serbian, Croatian, and Bosnian grbav ‘hunchbacked’ or grba ‘hunch’; or a patronymic from Grbo.

A nickname often reflects certain physical traits or characteristics, and in this case, it specifically refers to a hunchback.

The terms used in these languages highlight the similarities in their linguistic roots, where the meaning remains consistent across cultures.

This patronymic usage showcases how surnames can evolve from descriptors to identifiable family names.

Overall, the origin of the name underscores the cultural and linguistic connections among Serbian, Croatian, and Bosnian communities.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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You can see how Grbic families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Grbic family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Grbic family living in California. This was about 50% of all the recorded Grbic's in USA. California and 1 other state had the highest population of Grbic families in 1920.
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What did your Grbic ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer was the top reported job for people in the USA named Grbic. 100% of Grbic men worked as a Laborer.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    100%

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Census Records

There are 315 census records available for the last name Grbic. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Grbic census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Passenger Lists

There are 480 immigration records available for the last name Grbic. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 13 military records available for the last name Grbic. For the veterans among your Grbic ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Grbic lifespan?

Between 1973 and 2004, in the United States, Grbic life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1990, and highest in 1984. The average life expectancy for Grbic in 1973 was 70, and 70 in 2004.

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