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

Doku, 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 Doku surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Doku in America

Doku is the 88020th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Doku surname appeared 211 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 Doku.

We can also compare 2010 data for Doku 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 Doku

The surname DOKU has its origins in the Japanese language, and can be traced back to the late 16th century. It is believed to have derived from the Japanese word "doku," which means "poison" or "venom." This name was likely given to individuals who worked with poisons or venomous substances, perhaps as herbalists or apothecaries.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name DOKU is found in a document from the Edo period (1603-1868) in Japan, where a person named Doku Ichiro is mentioned as a skilled herbalist in the service of a local lord. This suggests that the name was already in use by that time and had gained recognition.

In the 17th century, a Buddhist monk named Doku Shozen (1617-1694) gained prominence for his calligraphy skills and his teachings on Zen Buddhism. His works and writings have been preserved in various temples and monasteries throughout Japan.

During the Meiji era (1868-1912), a renowned poet and writer named Doku Toshi (1842-1921) rose to fame for his haiku and tanka poetry. His works were widely published and celebrated, and he is considered one of the most influential poets of that period.

In the early 20th century, a Japanese businessman named Doku Takeshi (1876-1948) established a successful trading company that exported Japanese goods to various countries. His company played a significant role in promoting Japanese products abroad and fostering international trade relationships.

Another notable figure with the surname DOKU was Doku Keiko (1912-1998), a celebrated Japanese actress who appeared in numerous films and television shows throughout her career. She was renowned for her versatility and ability to portray a wide range of characters.

While the surname DOKU is relatively uncommon outside of Japan, it has a rich history and cultural significance within the Japanese context. The name's association with poisons and venoms, as well as its representation in various fields such as herbalism, Buddhism, literature, and business, makes it a fascinating and multifaceted surname.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Doku

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

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

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