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

Funaki, 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 Funaki surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Funaki in America

Funaki is the 91625th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Funaki surname appeared 201 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 Funaki.

We can also compare 2010 data for Funaki 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 Funaki

The surname Funaki is of Japanese origin, tracing its roots back to the late 16th century. It is believed to have originated from the Kansai region, particularly in the areas around modern-day Osaka and Kyoto. The name is derived from the Japanese words "funa," meaning boat or ship, and "ki," meaning tree or wood, potentially indicating an ancestral connection to shipbuilding or forestry.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Funaki name can be found in the Edo Period (1603-1868) records of the Tokugawa Shogunate. These documents mention a Funaki Jiroemon, a skilled carpenter who contributed to the construction of several notable buildings in Kyoto during the early 17th century.

In the late 18th century, the Funaki family gained prominence in the city of Sakai, a center of traditional craftsmanship and commerce. Funaki Masatoshi (1745-1821), a successful merchant and philanthropist, is credited with establishing several schools and supporting local artisans during his lifetime.

The Funaki name also has a connection to the world of literature. Funaki Hayato (1867-1945), a celebrated poet and author, was born in Osaka and is considered one of the pioneers of modern Japanese poetry. His works, including the anthology "Sakura no Ame" (Cherry Blossom Rain), have left a lasting impact on Japanese literature.

Another notable figure was Funaki Kenji (1901-1976), a renowned artist and printmaker from Tokyo. His woodblock prints depicting traditional Japanese scenes and landscapes earned him international acclaim and are highly sought after by collectors.

In the realm of sports, Funaki Mutsuhiro (1939-2010) was a legendary sumo wrestler who achieved the highest rank of Yokozuna in 1972. He was known for his powerful techniques and unwavering spirit, winning numerous prestigious tournaments throughout his career.

While the Funaki surname may have originated in specific regions of Japan, it has since spread across the country and beyond, with individuals bearing this name making significant contributions in various fields over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Funaki

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

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

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