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

Ichikawa, 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 Ichikawa surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ichikawa in America

Ichikawa is the 40261st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ichikawa surname appeared 544 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 Ichikawa.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ichikawa 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 Ichikawa

The surname Ichikawa originates from Japan and has its roots in the Edo period (1603-1868). The name is derived from the Japanese words "ichi" meaning "one" and "kawa" meaning "river," suggesting a connection to a specific location near a river.

The earliest known record of the Ichikawa name dates back to the 17th century in the Musashi Province, now part of modern-day Tokyo. During this era, surnames were often associated with specific regions or geographical features, reflecting the prominence of feudal domains.

One of the earliest documented references to the Ichikawa name can be found in the Edo Period records of the Tokugawa Shogunate, where several individuals bearing this surname held administrative positions within the government. Notably, Ichikawa Chikugo (1642-1726) was a prominent scholar and poet who served as a tutor to the Shogun's heir.

The Ichikawa name gained further recognition during the Edo Period with the rise of Kabuki theater. Ichikawa Danjuro I (1660-1704), born Shigogoro Matsumoto, was a renowned Kabuki actor who adopted the Ichikawa surname and established a prominent lineage of performers, known as the Ichikawa Danjuro family. This family produced several acclaimed actors over generations, including Ichikawa Danjuro VII (1838-1903) and Ichikawa Danjuro IX (1888-1962).

Another notable figure in Japanese history with the Ichikawa surname was Ichikawa Kansai (1749-1820), a renowned painter and calligrapher during the late Edo Period. His works are preserved in various museums and private collections, showcasing the artistic legacy of the Ichikawa family.

In the 19th century, Ichikawa Hakugen (1815-1863) was a prominent Buddhist monk and scholar who made significant contributions to the study of Zen Buddhism. His teachings and writings had a lasting impact on the spiritual and intellectual landscape of Japan.

Throughout its history, the Ichikawa surname has been associated with various regions and notable individuals across various fields, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of Japan. However, the name's origins can be traced back to the Edo Period, where it first gained prominence and recognition.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ichikawa

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

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

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