About Shibata
The surname Shibata is of Japanese origin and has multiple possible meanings. One interpretation is that it is derived from the combination of the kanji characters "shi" meaning "samurai" or "warrior" and "hata" meaning "flag" or "banner." This suggests that the name Shibata may have originally been given to individuals who were associated with or served as warriors under a specific flag or banner. Another possible meaning is that Shibata could be a locational surname, referring to a place called Shibata or Shibata Village. As with many surnames, the exact meaning and origin can vary depending on the specific family or region.
The surname Shibata is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Shibata based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Shibata in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Shibata using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.