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

Nikaido, 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 Nikaido surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Nikaido in America

Nikaido is the 96799th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Nikaido surname appeared 188 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 Nikaido.

We can also compare 2010 data for Nikaido 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 Nikaido

The surname Nikaido is of Japanese origin, originating from the Edo period (1603-1868). It is believed to have derived from the Japanese words "nikai" meaning "second floor" and "do" meaning "entrance." This suggests that the name may have originated from a family or individual who lived or worked on the second floor of a building or had a residence with a second-floor entrance.

The earliest recorded instances of the surname Nikaido can be traced back to the Edo period, particularly in the regions around present-day Tokyo and the surrounding areas. In those times, surnames were often derived from occupations, locations, or physical characteristics, and Nikaido likely followed a similar pattern.

One notable historical figure with the surname Nikaido was Nikaido Masumune (1832-1891), a Japanese samurai and swordsmith from the late Edo period. He was renowned for his exceptional craftsmanship and is considered one of the greatest swordsmiths in Japanese history.

Another prominent individual was Nikaido Kazuo (1885-1944), a Japanese painter and printmaker who was part of the Nihonga (Japanese-style painting) movement during the Meiji and Taisho periods. His works often depicted traditional Japanese themes and landscapes.

In the realm of literature, Nikaido Yasushi (1920-1997) was a renowned Japanese novelist and poet. He is best known for his poetic novels that explored themes of human existence and the complexities of modern society.

Nikaido Taro (1900-1980) was a Japanese businessman and entrepreneur who founded the Nikaido Corporation, a successful trading company that played a significant role in Japan's post-World War II economic recovery.

Lastly, Nikaido Masako (1938-2018) was a celebrated Japanese actress who appeared in numerous films and television series throughout her career, which spanned over five decades. She was known for her versatility and her ability to portray a wide range of characters.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the surname Nikaido throughout history, showcasing the rich cultural and historical significance of this Japanese surname.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Nikaido

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

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

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