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

Ishiki, 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 Ishiki surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ishiki in America

Ishiki is the 145220th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ishiki surname appeared 114 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 Ishiki.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ishiki 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 Ishiki

The surname ISHIKI originates from Japan and can be traced back to the early 10th century. It is believed to have derived from the Japanese word "ishiki," which means "consciousness" or "awareness." The name was initially associated with individuals who were known for their intellectual prowess or spiritual enlightenment.

In the Kamakura period (1185-1333), the ISHIKI name appeared in several historical records and manuscripts, particularly those related to Buddhist teachings and philosophical texts. One notable figure from this era was ISHIKI Dōgen (1200-1253), a renowned Zen Buddhist monk and philosopher who played a pivotal role in the establishment of the Sōtō Zen school in Japan.

During the Muromachi period (1336-1573), the ISHIKI surname became more widespread, and it was often associated with families of scholars, poets, and artists. One prominent individual from this time was ISHIKI Masatsune (1435-1501), a celebrated calligrapher and poet who served at the imperial court.

As Japan entered the Edo period (1603-1868), the ISHIKI name continued to be associated with intellectual pursuits and cultural achievements. ISHIKI Noritoki (1687-1751) was a renowned scholar and philosopher who made significant contributions to the study of Confucianism and Neo-Confucianism.

In the Meiji era (1868-1912), ISHIKI Gentoku (1835-1918) was a prominent educator and philosopher who advocated for the modernization of Japan's education system. He played a crucial role in introducing Western philosophical ideas and educational practices to Japan.

Another notable figure from this period was ISHIKI Kuniyuki (1853-1920), a pioneering scientist and engineer who played a significant role in the development of Japan's railway system and the modernization of its infrastructure.

Throughout its history, the ISHIKI surname has been associated with various place names and older spellings, such as "Ishikawa," "Ishikari," and "Ishikura," reflecting the geographical diversity of individuals bearing this name.

While the ISHIKI surname may not have been as widely documented in historical records as some other Japanese surnames, its connection to intellectual and cultural pursuits has endured through the centuries, making it a name with a rich and meaningful legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ishiki

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

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

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