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

Komori, 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 Komori surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Komori in America

Komori is the 101247th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Komori surname appeared 178 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 Komori.

We can also compare 2010 data for Komori 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 Komori

The surname "KOMORI" has its origins in Japan, with records indicating its use dating back to the 16th century. Derived from the Japanese word "komori," which means "recluse" or "hermit," the name was likely given to individuals who lived a secluded or isolated lifestyle.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "KOMORI" can be found in the Azuma Kagami, a historical chronicle compiled in the late 13th century. The chronicle mentions a family of samurai warriors bearing the name, suggesting their presence in feudal Japanese society.

The name "KOMORI" is also associated with the Kumano region of present-day Wakayama Prefecture, where a prominent Shinto shrine dedicated to the Kumano Sanzan (Three Mountains of Kumano) is located. Historically, the area was known for its secluded mountain monasteries and hermitages, which may have influenced the name's origin.

Notably, Komori Yoshihiro (1545-1612) was a renowned Japanese calligrapher and artist during the Azuchi-Momoyama period. His works, known for their bold and expressive style, are preserved in several museums and collections throughout Japan.

Another significant figure bearing the name "KOMORI" was Komori Katsutaka (1804-1894), a prominent educator and Confucian scholar during the late Edo period. He played a crucial role in establishing the Shoheiko, one of the earliest modern educational institutions in Japan.

In the field of literature, Komori Kiyonao (1856-1933) was a celebrated author and poet who contributed to the literary renaissance of the Meiji era. His works, which often explored themes of nature and spirituality, garnered widespread acclaim.

The name "KOMORI" can also be traced to various place names in Japan, such as the village of Komori in Aomori Prefecture and the Komori district in Osaka. These place names may have originated from individuals bearing the surname or vice versa, as was common in traditional Japanese naming practices.

While the name "KOMORI" is not among the most common surnames in Japan today, it has a rich history and cultural significance, reflecting the country's diverse heritage and traditions.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Komori

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

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

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