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

Aratani, 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 Aratani surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Aratani in America

Aratani is the 149395th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Aratani surname appeared 110 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 Aratani.

We can also compare 2010 data for Aratani 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 Aratani

The surname ARATANI is of Japanese origin, originating during the Edo period (1603-1868) in Japan. It is believed to have derived from the words "ara" meaning "rough" or "wild" and "tani" meaning "valley" or "gorge." This suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone who lived in a rugged or remote valley.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the ARATANI surname dates back to the late 17th century, where it appears in a local census record from the Aichi Prefecture region of Japan. This area, known for its mountainous terrain, lends further credence to the potential geographic origins of the name.

In the 18th century, a notable figure named ARATANI Masatoshi (1715-1782) was a prominent samurai and military strategist who served under the Tokugawa shogunate. His exploits and loyalty were well-documented in historical texts of the time.

Another individual of note was ARATANI Kenichi (1856-1927), a pioneering entrepreneur and industrialist who played a significant role in the modernization of Japan during the Meiji era. He established successful textile and silk businesses that contributed to the country's economic growth.

In the early 20th century, ARATANI Takako (1901-1984) was a celebrated author and poet, known for her works that explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition. Her literary contributions were widely acclaimed and influential in Japan's literary circles.

During the same period, ARATANI Yukio (1905-1988) was a renowned architect who designed several iconic buildings and structures in Japan, including the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building. His innovative designs and incorporation of traditional Japanese elements into modern architecture earned him widespread recognition.

The ARATANI surname can also be found in other parts of Japan, such as the Kansai region, where the name ARATANI Tomio (1920-2005) was a respected educator and academic. He dedicated his life to the advancement of education and the preservation of cultural heritage in his local community.

While the ARATANI surname may not be among the most common in Japan, its history and the individuals who have borne it have left a lasting impact across various fields, from military and business to literature, architecture, and academia.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Aratani

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

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

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