Kibbe (surname)

The surname Kibbe is a relatively uncommon surname with origins in England. It is believed to be of Anglo-Saxon origin and is considered to be a locational surname.

The name likely derives from a place name, but the exact location is not definitively known and may no longer exist, or may have changed its spelling over time. Possible origins include a now-lost settlement named with the Old English word "cybba," which could refer to a rounded hill or a personal name. The addition of suffixes common in locational surnames, such as "-by" or "-bury," might have been present in the original place name and subsequently dropped over the centuries.

Variations in spelling may include Kibbey, Kibby, and other similar forms, arising from regional dialects or scribal errors in historical records.

Individuals with the surname Kibbe are found primarily in English-speaking countries, particularly the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

Due to its relative rarity, there is not a significant amount of readily available genealogical information on the surname Kibbe compared to more common surnames. Focused genealogical research is often required to trace specific family lineages with this surname.