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

Norori, 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 Norori surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Norori in America

Norori is the 109758th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Norori surname appeared 161 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 Norori.

We can also compare 2010 data for Norori 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 Norori

The surname NORORI is of Japanese origin, with its roots tracing back to the late 16th century. It originated in the mountainous regions of central Honshu, where it was initially derived from the Japanese word "noro," meaning "shaman" or "medium." This connection suggests that the earliest bearers of the NORORI name may have been individuals involved in traditional spiritual practices or religious ceremonies.

During the Edo period (1603-1868), the NORORI name appeared in several historical records, particularly in the northern provinces of Honshu. One notable mention can be found in the Okubo Family Chronicles, a collection of documents detailing the lineage and exploits of a prominent samurai clan from the Echigo region (present-day Niigata Prefecture). The chronicles mention a certain Norori Masahiro, who served as a skilled swordsmith and advisor to the Okubo clan in the mid-17th century.

The earliest recorded instance of the NORORI surname can be traced back to a Buddhist monk named Norori Shinzen, who lived in the late 16th century and was renowned for his calligraphic works. Some of his scrolls and manuscripts are still preserved in the archives of the Kyoto National Museum.

In the 18th century, the NORORI name gained prominence in the Kanto region, particularly in the town of Kumagaya (present-day Saitama Prefecture). During this period, a wealthy merchant family by the name of Norori established themselves as influential traders and landowners in the area. One notable member of this family was Norori Tomisaburo (1734-1812), who was renowned for his philanthropic endeavors and the construction of several local temples and shrines.

Another historical figure bearing the NORORI surname was Norori Hideyoshi (1792-1867), a skilled samurai and military strategist who served under the Tokugawa shogunate during the late Edo period. Norori Hideyoshi was known for his pivotal role in the defense of Edo (present-day Tokyo) during the Boshin War, a conflict that marked the end of the Tokugawa shogunate and the beginning of the Meiji Restoration.

In the realm of literature, the NORORI name is associated with Norori Kiyotsugu (1864-1928), a renowned poet and scholar of classical Japanese literature. Norori Kiyotsugu's works, particularly his translations of ancient Japanese poetry, played a significant role in preserving and promoting Japan's literary heritage during the Meiji and Taisho periods.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who have carried the NORORI surname, reflecting its deep roots and cultural significance within Japanese society.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Norori

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

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

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