Hibbs

Hibbs is a surname, originally chiefly from Devon. Its etymology may be either, Patronymic, from a diminutive of the name Hibbert; or a Matronymic of the Medieval female name Ibb, in turn a pet name from Isabel or Isabelle.

Notable people with the surname include:


 * Albert Hibbs (1924-2003), American mathematician
 * Ben Hibbs (1901–1975), American writer and editor
 * Harry Hibbs (footballer) (1906–1984), English footballer
 * Harry Hibbs (musician) (1942–1989), Canadian musician
 * Jesse Hibbs (1906–1985), American film and television director
 * Jim Hibbs (born 1944), American baseball player
 * Loren Hibbs (born 1961), American baseball player and coach
 * Robert John Hibbs (1943–1966), American military officer and Medal of Honor recipient