Find out how popular the last name Akui is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Akui.

Akui, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Akui surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Akui in America

Akui is the 145220th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Akui surname appeared 114 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Akui.

We can also compare 2010 data for Akui to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Akui

The surname AKUI is believed to have originated in Japan, with its earliest recorded use dating back to the 8th century AD. The name is thought to derive from the Japanese word "akui," which means "clear understanding" or "enlightenment." This suggests that the name may have been originally associated with individuals who were known for their wisdom, knowledge, or spiritual enlightenment.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the AKUI surname can be found in the Shoku Nihongi, an imperial chronicle compiled in the late 8th century. This text mentions an individual named AKUI no Takamori, who served as a courtier during the reign of Emperor Kammu. Unfortunately, few details are provided about Takamori's life or the circumstances surrounding his family's adoption of the AKUI surname.

During the Heian period (794-1185 AD), the AKUI name appears to have been well-established among the aristocratic families of Kyoto. Several members of the AKUI clan held important positions within the imperial court, including AKUI no Hiromichi, who served as a high-ranking advisor to Emperor Go-Toba in the early 13th century.

As the centuries passed, the AKUI surname gradually spread to other regions of Japan, with branches of the family establishing themselves in various provinces and domains. One notable figure from this period was AKUI Masanori, a samurai who fought alongside the legendary Minamoto no Yoritomo during the Genpei War of 1180-1185.

In the Edo period (1603-1868), the AKUI surname was particularly prominent in the domain of Sendai, where they served as retainers to the powerful Date clan. One of the most famous members of this branch was AKUI Takumi, a skilled swordsmith who lived in the late 17th century and whose blades were highly prized among the samurai class.

Another notable individual was AKUI Masako, a renowned poet and calligrapher who lived during the early 19th century. Her works were celebrated for their elegance and depth, and she was often invited to participate in prestigious poetry gatherings hosted by the imperial court in Kyoto.

Throughout its long history, the AKUI surname has been associated with various fields, including scholarship, martial arts, literature, and the arts. While the name may have originated from a specific concept or individual, it has since become a part of Japan's rich cultural heritage, representing the diverse contributions of its bearers to the country's intellectual and artistic traditions.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Akui

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Akui.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Akui was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Akui has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Akui was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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