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

Fuji, 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 Fuji surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Fuji in America

Fuji is the 157234th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Fuji surname appeared 103 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 Fuji.

The history of the last name Fuji

The surname Fuji has its origins in Japan, with records indicating its presence as early as the 8th century. It is derived from the Japanese word "fuji," which means "wisteria," a type of flowering plant native to the region.

The name was initially concentrated in the areas around Mount Fuji, the iconic volcanic mountain located on the island of Honshu. It is believed that the name may have originated from people living near or associated with Mount Fuji, or from families involved in cultivating wisteria plants.

Several historical documents and records mention individuals bearing the surname Fuji. One notable example is the Engishiki, a Japanese legal text compiled in the early 10th century, which includes references to individuals with the name Fuji serving in various administrative roles.

The earliest recorded instance of the name Fuji can be traced back to the 8th century, when a monk named Fuji no Maro (birth and death years unknown) was mentioned in historical chronicles for his contributions to the development of Japanese literature and poetry.

Throughout history, several prominent figures have borne the surname Fuji. One such individual was Fuji Masaki (1552-1619), a renowned samurai and military strategist who served under the famous daimyo (feudal lord) Tokugawa Ieyasu during the Sengoku period.

Another notable figure was Fuji Masanori (1780-1843), a scholar and mathematician who made significant contributions to the study of wasan, a traditional Japanese form of mathematics.

In the realm of arts and culture, Fuji Tatsukichi (1919-2009) was a renowned Japanese potter and ceramic artist known for his innovative techniques and mastery of the traditional Mingei folk art style.

Fuji Kiyoko (1932-2019) was a acclaimed Japanese novelist and playwright, renowned for her works exploring the complexities of human relationships and societal issues.

Lastly, Fuji Hirohito (1962-present) is a contemporary Japanese architect and urban planner who has gained recognition for his innovative and sustainable designs, often incorporating elements of traditional Japanese architecture.

While the surname Fuji has its roots in Japan, it has since spread to other parts of the world through immigration and cultural exchange, with individuals of Japanese descent carrying the name across various continents and countries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Fuji

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

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 Fuji 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.

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

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