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

Furusho, 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 Furusho surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Furusho in America

Furusho is the 129825th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Furusho surname appeared 131 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 Furusho.

We can also compare 2010 data for Furusho 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 Furusho

The surname FURUSHO has its origins in Japan, where it emerged during the late medieval period, between the 15th and 16th centuries. It is believed to be derived from the Japanese word "furusato," meaning "hometown" or "native place." The addition of the suffix "-sho" likely indicated a person's occupation or status.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the FURUSHO surname can be found in the chronicles of the Sengoku period, a time of political turmoil and frequent warfare among feudal lords. A samurai warrior named Furusho Nobuyuki served under the renowned daimyo Tokugawa Ieyasu, playing a crucial role in various battles that ultimately led to the establishment of the Tokugawa Shogunate in 1603.

During the Edo period (1603–1868), the FURUSHO name appeared in various local records and tax registers. For instance, a merchant family bearing the FURUSHO name was documented in the city of Osaka, known for their successful textile trade. Interestingly, the name was also associated with a small village in the Ibaraki Prefecture, which may have influenced the surname's origins.

In the 19th century, a prominent figure named Furusho Kiyohiko (1818–1891) emerged as a skilled carpenter and architect. He was renowned for his innovative techniques in traditional Japanese woodworking and played a significant role in the construction of several historic temples and shrines across the country.

Another notable individual with the FURUSHO surname was Furusho Masumi (1901–1981), a renowned author and poet. Her works explored themes of nature, love, and the human condition, earning her critical acclaim and numerous literary awards during her lifetime.

Additionally, the FURUSHO name has been associated with various place names and localities within Japan. For example, the village of Furusho-mura in Akita Prefecture was once a thriving agricultural community, bearing a similar name to the surname.

It is worth noting that while the FURUSHO surname continues to be prevalent in modern Japan, its historical significance lies in its connection to the country's rich cultural heritage, spanning various eras and encompassing diverse occupations and contributions.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Furusho

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

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

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