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

Kiyono, 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 Kiyono surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kiyono in America

Kiyono is the 160975th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kiyono surname appeared 100 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 Kiyono.

The history of the last name Kiyono

The surname KIYONO originated in Japan, with its roots traceable back to the early Edo period (1603-1868). It is believed to have derived from the Japanese word "kiyo," which means "pure" or "clean," combined with the suffix "no," a possessive particle indicating belonging or association.

During the Edo period, surnames were formally adopted by many families, particularly those residing in urban areas. KIYONO may have been initially associated with individuals involved in spiritual or ceremonial practices, where purity and cleanliness held significant importance.

One of the earliest recorded references to the KIYONO surname can be found in the "Kanda Shozoku Ninbetsu Aratame-cho," a historical document from the late 17th century that documented the residents of the Kanda district in Edo (present-day Tokyo).

Kiyo KIYONO (1718-1793) was a renowned calligrapher and scholar during the Edo period, known for his mastery of the "tensho" style of calligraphy. His works are preserved in various collections across Japan.

In the 19th century, Shiro KIYONO (1832-1901) was a prominent samurai from the Satsuma domain (present-day Kagoshima Prefecture). He played a significant role in the Boshin War, which led to the overthrow of the Tokugawa shogunate and the establishment of the Meiji government.

The KIYONO surname has also been associated with various place names throughout Japan. For instance, the village of Kiyonohara in Wakayama Prefecture is believed to have derived its name from the KIYONO family that once resided in the area.

Taro KIYONO (1885-1959) was a renowned painter and printmaker from the early 20th century. He was particularly known for his landscape paintings depicting the beauty of rural Japan.

Yukio KIYONO (1923-1998) was a celebrated author and playwright. His works often explored themes of identity, family, and the complexities of modern Japanese society. He received numerous literary awards and honors during his lifetime.

While the KIYONO surname originated in Japan, it has since spread to other parts of the world through emigration and cultural exchange. However, the majority of individuals bearing this surname can still trace their roots back to Japan.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kiyono

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

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 Kiyono 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.

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

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