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

Hanamoto, 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 Hanamoto surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hanamoto in America

Hanamoto is the 139228th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hanamoto surname appeared 120 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 Hanamoto.

We can also compare 2010 data for Hanamoto 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 Hanamoto

The surname Hanamoto originated in Japan, with its earliest recorded instances dating back to the late 16th century. It is derived from the Japanese words "hana" meaning flower and "moto" meaning origin or source, suggesting that the name may have been associated with a location known for its abundant flowers or a person who lived near a flourishing garden.

One of the earliest known references to the Hanamoto name can be found in the "Buke Shokan" or "Record of Samurai Families" compiled during the Edo period (1603-1868). This historical document listed prominent samurai clans and their lineages, indicating that the Hanamoto family likely held a respected position within the warrior class of feudal Japan.

In the late 17th century, a notable figure named Hanamoto Masayuki (1633-1714) was recorded as a skilled swordsman and martial arts instructor. He played a significant role in preserving and transmitting the teachings of the renowned Shinkage-ryu swordsmanship tradition.

During the Meiji Restoration in the late 19th century, Hanamoto Zenji (1848-1923) was a prominent scholar and educator who advocated for modernizing Japan's education system. He was instrumental in establishing several prestigious schools and universities, including the Tokyo Imperial University (now the University of Tokyo).

In the realm of literature, Hanamoto Michiko (1914-1979) was a celebrated author and playwright known for her poignant works exploring the experiences of women in post-war Japan. Her novel "The Twilight Years" received critical acclaim and was later adapted into a successful film.

The name Hanamoto has also been associated with various locations within Japan, such as the Hanamoto district in Akita Prefecture and the Hanamoto River in Kagoshima Prefecture. These place names may have influenced or been influenced by the surname, reflecting the deep-rooted connection between Japanese family names and geographical origins.

Throughout its history, the Hanamoto surname has been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds, including samurai warriors, scholars, educators, and artists. While its origins can be traced back to the feudal era, the name continues to hold significance in modern Japanese society, representing a rich cultural heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hanamoto

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

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

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