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

Narimatsu, 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 Narimatsu surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Narimatsu in America

Narimatsu is the 115639th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Narimatsu surname appeared 151 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 Narimatsu.

We can also compare 2010 data for Narimatsu 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 Narimatsu

The surname Narimatsu is of Japanese origin, and it can be traced back to the Edo period (1603-1868) in Japan. The name is believed to have originated from a place name, which was a common practice in Japan during that time.

Narimatsu is likely derived from the Japanese words "nari" meaning "to become" and "matsu" meaning "pine tree." This suggests that the name may have originated from a place where pine trees were abundant or where people who lived there were associated with pine trees in some way.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Narimatsu can be found in the Edo Bakufu records, which were official documents maintained by the Tokugawa shogunate during the Edo period. These records often mentioned individuals with their surnames and their respective roles or positions.

In the late 17th century, a samurai named Narimatsu Tokuhiro (1651-1718) served under the Tokugawa shogunate. He was known for his loyalty and bravery on the battlefield, and his family name was passed down through generations.

Another notable individual with the surname Narimatsu was Narimatsu Yoshiko (1834-1901), a renowned painter and calligrapher during the late Edo and early Meiji periods. Her works were highly regarded for their artistic merit and cultural significance.

During the Meiji era (1868-1912), a businessman named Narimatsu Hisashi (1856-1923) played a significant role in the modernization of Japan's textile industry. He established several textile factories and contributed to the country's economic growth.

In the mid-20th century, Narimatsu Masao (1909-1981) was a respected writer and poet. His works often explored themes of nature, tradition, and the human condition. He received numerous literary awards and was widely acclaimed for his poetic style and insightful observations.

Another notable figure with the surname Narimatsu was Narimatsu Kenji (1924-2003), a renowned architect known for his innovative designs and contributions to modern Japanese architecture. His works included residential buildings, commercial complexes, and public spaces that showcased a harmonious blend of traditional and contemporary elements.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Narimatsu

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

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

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