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

Amano, 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 Amano surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Amano in America

Amano is the 40745th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Amano surname appeared 536 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 Amano.

We can also compare 2010 data for Amano 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 Amano

The surname Amano originates from Japan and has its roots in the late 16th century. It is believed to have derived from the Japanese word "amano," which means "heaven" or "celestial." The name may have been given to individuals who lived in areas with a scenic view or those who held positions of spiritual significance.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Amano can be found in the Edo period (1603-1868) records from the Tochigi Prefecture. During this time, the Amano family was known for their involvement in traditional Japanese arts, such as calligraphy and pottery.

In the late 18th century, a renowned Kabuki actor named Amano Kuzaemon (1751-1825) gained popularity for his exceptional performances. His contributions to the art of Kabuki theater helped establish the Amano name within the world of traditional Japanese entertainment.

Another notable figure with the surname Amano was Amano Hiroshi (1853-1919), a prominent educator and advocate for modern educational reforms in Japan. He played a crucial role in establishing several educational institutions and promoting Western-style education during the Meiji era.

During the Edo period, the name Amano was also associated with a village in the Ibaraki Prefecture, known as Amano-mura. This village had a long-standing tradition of producing high-quality silk, and the Amano family was actively involved in the silk trade.

In the field of literature, Amano Shiro (1922-2003) was a celebrated Japanese novelist and essayist. His works often explored the complexities of human relationships and the contrast between traditional and modern Japanese society.

Amano Yoshitaka (born 1952) is a renowned Japanese artist and illustrator, best known for his work on the Final Fantasy video game series. His unique style and attention to detail have earned him global recognition and a dedicated following among fans of the franchise.

Overall, the surname Amano has a rich history deeply rooted in Japanese culture, spanning various artistic and intellectual pursuits, as well as traditional crafts and trades.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Amano

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

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 Amano 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 Amano 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 Amano was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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