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

Hattori, 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 Hattori surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hattori in America

Hattori is the 36154th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hattori surname appeared 620 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 Hattori.

We can also compare 2010 data for Hattori 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 Hattori

The surname Hattori is of Japanese origin, tracing its roots back to the medieval period of Japan's history. It originated as a place name, referring to those who hailed from the village of Hattori located in what is now the Okayama Prefecture. The name Hattori is believed to derive from the Japanese words "hatto" meaning "flag" and "ri" meaning "village," suggesting a connection to a settlement known for its flag-making or flag-bearing traditions.

One of the earliest documented references to the Hattori name can be found in the Azuma Kagami, a medieval chronicle of the Kamakura period (1185-1333), where it mentions notable individuals bearing this surname. The Hattori clan was a prominent samurai family that served the Tokugawa shogunate during the Edo period (1603-1868).

In the 16th century, Hattori Hanzo was a renowned ninja and samurai who served under the legendary daimyo Tokugawa Ieyasu. Born in 1542, Hattori Hanzo was known for his exceptional skills in espionage, reconnaissance, and warfare. He played a pivotal role in various battles that solidified the Tokugawa clan's rise to power.

Another notable figure was Hattori Masanari (1610-1677), a prominent daimyo and statesman during the early Edo period. He served as a senior councilor to the Tokugawa shogunate and was instrumental in implementing policies that fostered stability and economic growth.

In the literary realm, Hattori Nankaku (1683-1759) was a celebrated haiku poet and scholar of the Edo period. His works were highly influential in shaping the development of haiku poetry and popularizing this art form among the elite and commoners alike.

During the Meiji era (1868-1912), Hattori Toshitsugu (1844-1923) was a prominent educator and philosopher. He played a significant role in modernizing Japan's education system and advocating for the integration of Western academic disciplines into the traditional curriculum.

Throughout history, the Hattori surname has been associated with a rich tapestry of individuals who have left an indelible mark in various fields, from warfare and statesmanship to literature and education. While the name's origins can be traced back to a specific village, its legacy has transcended geographical boundaries, becoming an integral part of Japan's cultural and historical narrative.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hattori

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

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

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