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

Hiura, 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 Hiura surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hiura in America

Hiura is the 114424th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hiura surname appeared 153 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 Hiura.

We can also compare 2010 data for Hiura 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 Hiura

The surname HIURA is believed to have originated in Japan, likely sometime during the medieval period. It is thought to be derived from an older Japanese word or phrase, potentially related to a geographical feature or location within the country.

One of the earliest known references to the HIURA surname can be found in ancient Japanese records and manuscripts dating back to the 16th century. These documents mention individuals bearing this name, suggesting that the HIURA lineage had already established itself by that point.

In terms of historical figures, one notable bearer of the HIURA name was Hiura Masashi, a renowned samurai warrior who lived during the late 16th century. He was known for his bravery and skill in battle, and his exploits were recorded in various chronicles of the time.

Another prominent individual with this surname was Hiura Nobuyuki, a scholar and poet who flourished in the 17th century. His works, which encompassed both classical Japanese literature and influential philosophical treatises, earned him widespread recognition and respect among his contemporaries.

During the Edo period (1603-1868), the HIURA family appeared to have maintained a presence in various regions of Japan. Historical records from this era mention several individuals bearing this surname, including Hiura Tomokazu, a skilled artisan known for his exceptional woodcarvings and lacquerware.

In the 19th century, Hiura Kazuko, a renowned educator and advocate for women's rights, made significant contributions to the advancement of education and social reform in Japan. Her efforts to establish schools and promote literacy among women were widely praised and influential during her lifetime.

Additionally, the HIURA surname has been linked to certain place names and geographical locations within Japan, though the exact origins and meanings of these connections remain somewhat obscure due to the passage of time and the evolution of language and naming conventions.

While the HIURA surname may not be among the most widespread or well-known in Japan, its historical roots and the achievements of notable individuals who bore this name have left an indelible mark on the country's cultural and societal fabric.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hiura

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

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

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