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

Amemiya, 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 Amemiya surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Amemiya in America

Amemiya is the 142108th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Amemiya surname appeared 117 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 Amemiya.

We can also compare 2010 data for Amemiya 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 Amemiya

The surname Amemiya has its origins in Japan and can be traced back several centuries. It is believed to be derived from the Japanese words "ame," meaning rain, and "miya," meaning shrine or temple. The name likely originated in an area where a shrine or temple was located near a place known for its frequent rainfall.

One of the earliest known references to the name Amemiya can be found in the Kamakura period (1185–1333), during which time surnames began to become more common in Japan. Historical records from this era mention individuals with the surname Amemiya residing in the Kanto region, particularly in areas around present-day Tokyo.

In the Muromachi period (1336–1573), the Amemiya name appears in several historical documents, such as land registers and tax records. This suggests that by this time, the Amemiya family had established themselves as a respected and influential clan in certain parts of Japan.

One notable figure from this period was Amemiya Nobumasa (1548–1620), a samurai and retainer of the powerful Tokugawa clan. Nobumasa played a significant role in the Battle of Sekigahara in 1600, which helped to establish the Tokugawa Shogunate.

During the Edo period (1603–1868), the Amemiya name continued to be associated with various regions of Japan, including the former provinces of Musashi (modern-day Tokyo and surrounding areas) and Kozuke (modern-day Gunma Prefecture). Records from this time mention Amemiya clan members holding positions of authority in local governance and administration.

In the late 19th century, after the Meiji Restoration, the Amemiya surname gained broader recognition as individuals with this name contributed to the modernization of Japan. For example, Amemiya Tayu (1859–1900) was a prominent educator and advocate for women's rights, working to establish educational institutions for girls during this period.

Another notable figure was Amemiya Takeshi (1887–1967), a renowned architect who designed several iconic buildings in Tokyo, including the former headquarters of the Bank of Japan and the Toshima Ward Office.

Throughout the centuries, the Amemiya surname has been associated with various professions and fields, from samurai warriors and government officials to educators, architects, and other notable figures who have contributed to the rich cultural and historical tapestry of Japan.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Amemiya

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

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

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