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

Egami, 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 Egami surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Egami in America

Egami is the 137327th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Egami surname appeared 122 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 Egami.

We can also compare 2010 data for Egami 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 Egami

The surname EGAMI has its origins in Japan, dating back to the 14th century. It is believed to be derived from the Japanese word "egami," which means "a picture or image." This name likely originated in the region of Kyoto, where many artists and craftsmen lived during that time period.

In the late 15th century, there are records of an EGAMI family residing in the city of Nara, which was once the capital of Japan. The name appears in several historical documents from that era, including tax records and land deeds.

One of the earliest known individuals with the surname EGAMI was Egami Nobuyuki, a skilled calligrapher and painter who lived in the late 16th century. His works can still be found in several temples and museums throughout Japan.

Another notable figure was Egami Takayoshi, a samurai warrior who served under the Tokugawa Shogunate in the 17th century. He was known for his bravery and loyalty on the battlefield and was awarded several honors for his service.

In the 18th century, an EGAMI family established a successful silk-weaving business in the city of Kyoto. Their intricate designs and high-quality fabrics were highly sought after by the nobility and wealthy merchants of the time.

During the Meiji Restoration in the late 19th century, Egami Masahiko was a prominent politician and diplomat who played a key role in negotiating treaties with Western nations. He was instrumental in modernizing Japan's foreign policies and fostering international relations.

Another individual of note was Egami Tokuzen, a renowned scholar and educator who lived in the early 20th century. He was a professor at the prestigious Tokyo Imperial University and made significant contributions to the study of Japanese literature and history.

While there have been many other individuals with the surname EGAMI throughout history, these examples highlight the diverse backgrounds and achievements associated with this name. From artists and warriors to businesspeople and academics, the EGAMI surname has left its mark on various aspects of Japanese culture and society over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Egami

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

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

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