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

Nishimori, 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 Nishimori surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Nishimori in America

Nishimori is the 133863rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Nishimori surname appeared 126 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 Nishimori.

We can also compare 2010 data for Nishimori 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 Nishimori

The surname Nishimori is of Japanese origin, with its roots traced back to the early Edo period (1603-1868) in Japan. It is believed to have originated as a place name derived from the Japanese words "nishi" (west) and "mori" (forest or wood), indicating that the ancestral bearers of this surname may have resided in a western forested area.

The earliest recorded instances of the Nishimori surname can be found in historical documents from the 17th century, such as village records and family registries. One of the earliest known individuals with this surname was Nishimori Masanobu (1646-1720), a prominent samurai and retainer of the Tokugawa Shogunate.

During the Edo period, the Nishimori family gained prominence in various domains, with members serving as local officials, scholars, and artisans. Notably, Nishimori Shigeyuki (1773-1838) was a renowned calligrapher and artist who contributed significantly to the development of the Nishimori calligraphic style.

As Japan transitioned into the Meiji era (1868-1912), the Nishimori surname continued to be well-represented in various fields. Nishimori Kiyotaka (1865-1945) was a pioneering educationist who played a crucial role in establishing modern education systems in Japan.

In more recent times, the Nishimori surname has been associated with several notable figures, such as Nishimori Isamu (1940-2018), a celebrated architect known for his innovative designs and commitment to sustainability. Additionally, Nishimori Hiroko (born 1976) is a renowned contemporary artist recognized for her thought-provoking installations and multimedia works.

Throughout its history, the Nishimori surname has maintained a strong presence in Japanese society, with its bearers contributing to various aspects of cultural, intellectual, and artistic life. While the name's origins may be rooted in a specific geographic location, it has since transcended its regional boundaries and become an integral part of Japan's rich cultural tapestry.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Nishimori

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

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

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