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

Oshin, 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 Oshin surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Oshin in America

Oshin is the 115034th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Oshin surname appeared 152 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 Oshin.

The history of the last name Oshin

The surname OSHIN is believed to have originated in Japan, with its roots tracing back to the late 16th or early 17th century. It is thought to be derived from the Japanese word "oshin," which means "to push" or "to thrust." This suggests that the name may have been given to someone who excelled in a profession or activity that involved pushing or thrusting, such as a sword-maker or a warrior.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name OSHIN can be found in the historical records of the Edo period (1603-1868). In 1674, a samurai named Oshin Takahashi was mentioned in the chronicles of the Tokugawa Shogunate for his bravery and skill in battle.

During the Meiji Restoration of the late 19th century, the name OSHIN gained further prominence. In 1887, Oshin Nakamura, a renowned poet and calligrapher, was born in Kyoto. His works were widely celebrated and helped to preserve traditional Japanese arts and culture during a period of rapid westernization.

In the early 20th century, the name OSHIN was associated with the renowned Japanese sculptor Oshin Ogata (1905-1982). His works, which often depicted scenes from Japanese mythology and folklore, can be found in museums and galleries throughout Japan and abroad.

Another notable figure with the surname OSHIN was Oshin Tanaka (1923-2011), a pioneering Japanese businesswoman who founded one of the country's first successful cosmetics companies in the 1950s. She was widely recognized as a trailblazer for women in business and was awarded numerous honors and accolades throughout her career.

The surname OSHIN has also been linked to several place names in Japan, particularly in the Kansai region, where variations such as "Oshino" and "Oshinomura" can be found. These place names may have influenced the spelling and pronunciation of the surname over time.

While the surname OSHIN is relatively uncommon outside of Japan, it has left a lasting impact on the country's history and culture, with notable figures contributing to various fields, including literature, art, business, and warfare. The name's enduring presence serves as a testament to the rich heritage and traditions of Japan.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Oshin

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

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 Oshin 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.

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

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