Fukuichi
A Japanese given name meaning "good fortune one".
Name Census estimates that about 0 living Americans carry the first name Fukuichi. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Fukuichi today is around 0 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Fukuichi births was 1922 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Fukuichi. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Fukuichi. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
0
~ - Americans
Peak year
1922
7 babies that year
Average age
-
1922 SSA rank
#3,646
Tracked since 1922
Popularity
Fukuichi: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Fukuichi by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Fukuichi during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1920s | 7 | 0 | 7 |
Geography
Where Fukuichis live
Origin
Meaning and history of Fukuichi
The given name Fukuichi has its roots in Japanese culture and language. It is a combination of two words, "fuku" meaning fortune or luck, and "ichi" meaning one or first. Together, Fukuichi can be interpreted as "the first fortune" or "the beginning of good luck."
The earliest recorded instances of the name Fukuichi can be traced back to the Edo period in Japan, which spanned from the early 17th century to the mid-19th century. During this time, the name was bestowed upon boys with the hope that they would bring prosperity and good fortune to their families.
While Fukuichi is not a name found in religious scriptures or ancient texts, it carries a deep cultural significance in Japanese society. The name's association with luck and good fortune made it a popular choice for parents who wished to bestow their children with blessings and positive energy.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Fukuichi was Fukuichi Genichiro, a renowned Japanese artist and calligrapher who lived from 1615 to 1696. His works were highly regarded during his lifetime and are still celebrated today for their beauty and mastery of the art form.
Another notable figure with the name Fukuichi was Fukuichi Masayuki, a Japanese samurai warrior who lived from 1675 to 1743. He was known for his bravery and loyalty, serving under the renowned Tokugawa shogunate during the Edo period.
In the 19th century, Fukuichi Takao, a Japanese businessman and entrepreneur, made significant contributions to the development of the textile industry in Japan. Born in 1825, he established several successful textile factories and played a pivotal role in modernizing the country's manufacturing sector.
Fukuichi Tomimatsu, a Japanese politician and diplomat, was also a prominent figure in the late 19th century. Born in 1848, he served as a diplomat and played a crucial role in establishing diplomatic relations between Japan and various Western countries during the Meiji era.
Lastly, Fukuichi Hayao, a Japanese writer and poet, gained recognition in the early 20th century for his works that explored themes of nature, love, and the human experience. Born in 1890, his poetic works were widely acclaimed and continue to be studied and appreciated by literary enthusiasts.
These are just a few examples of the many individuals throughout history who have borne the name Fukuichi, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of Japanese culture and society.
People
Fukuichi + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Fukuichi as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with F
Other first names starting with F with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Fukuichi: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Fukuichi?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 0 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Fukuichi going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about - US residents.
Is Fukuichi a common name?
We classify Fukuichi as "Very Rare". It ranks above 2.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 7 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Fukuichi most popular?
The single biggest year for Fukuichi was 1922, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Fukuichi is about 0 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Fukuichi in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Fukuichi a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Fukuichi in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Fukuichi still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Fukuichi in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Fukuichi can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Fukuichi?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.