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

Hisamoto, 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 Hisamoto surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hisamoto in America

Hisamoto is the 123064th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hisamoto surname appeared 140 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 Hisamoto.

We can also compare 2010 data for Hisamoto 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 Hisamoto

The surname HISAMOTO is of Japanese origin, tracing its roots back to the early Edo period of the 17th century. It is believed to have originated in the Tohoku region of northern Honshu, primarily in the areas surrounding present-day Aomori and Iwate prefectures.

HISAMOTO is a compound name, potentially derived from the Japanese words "hisa," meaning "long-lasting" or "enduring," and "moto," which can translate to "origin" or "source." This suggests the name may have been given to individuals or families who demonstrated resilience, perseverance, or had deep-rooted ties to a particular location.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the HISAMOTO name can be found in the "Kokuji-cho," a historical register of samurai families compiled during the Edo period. This document lists several HISAMOTO households serving as retainers to various daimyo lords in the Tohoku region.

In the late 18th century, a notable figure named HISAMOTO Masahiro (1736-1814) gained prominence as a skilled swordsmith and blade polisher in the Akita domain. His works were highly prized by samurai and daimyo alike, and his legacy contributed to the prestige of the HISAMOTO name.

Another prominent individual was HISAMOTO Katsuyoshi (1820-1893), a scholar and educator who played a pivotal role in the establishment of modern education systems during the Meiji Restoration. He served as the principal of the prestigious Shoheiko school in Tokyo and was instrumental in introducing Western-style teaching methods to Japan.

During the Edo period, the HISAMOTO surname was also associated with several prominent Buddhist temples and monasteries in the Tohoku region. One such example is the HISAMOTO family that served as hereditary caretakers of the Hiraizumi Chusonji temple complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its exquisite architecture and rich cultural heritage.

In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the HISAMOTO name gained further recognition through the achievements of individuals like HISAMOTO Toshiko (1885-1964), a pioneering female educator and advocate for women's rights. She founded several schools and organizations dedicated to promoting education and empowerment for women in Japan.

Another notable figure was HISAMOTO Shunzo (1901-1972), a renowned artist and calligrapher who played a significant role in preserving and promoting traditional Japanese art forms. His works were exhibited both nationally and internationally, earning him widespread acclaim and recognition.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hisamoto

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

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

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