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
See also
W. B. Hibbs and Company Building, listed on the National Register of Historic Places in Washington, D.C.