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

Sayama, 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 Sayama surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sayama in America

Sayama is the 156044th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sayama surname appeared 104 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 Sayama.

The history of the last name Sayama

The surname "SAYAMA" originates from Japan, with its roots dating back to the 8th century. This name is derived from the Japanese word "sayama," which means "clear mountain." It is believed that the name was initially given to individuals who lived near or worked in the mountains, particularly those known for their clarity or purity.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "SAYAMA" can be found in the Shoku Nihongi, an imperial chronicle compiled in the late 8th century. This text mentions a nobleman named Sayama no Sukune, who served as a high-ranking court official during the Nara period (710-794 AD).

During the Kamakura period (1185-1333 AD), the Sayama clan emerged as a prominent samurai family in the Musashi Province, now part of modern-day Tokyo. They were known for their skills in battle and their loyalty to the Minamoto clan, one of the most powerful warrior clans of that era.

In the 16th century, a famous Buddhist monk named Sayama Rigen (1514-1577) gained recognition for his contributions to the Rinzai Zen tradition. He was a prominent figure in the Buddhist community and played a significant role in the spread of Zen teachings throughout Japan.

Another notable individual with the surname "SAYAMA" was Sayama Michizane (1528-1592), a renowned calligrapher and artist during the Azuchi-Momoyama period. His works were highly praised for their elegant and refined style, and he is considered one of the greatest calligraphers in Japanese history.

In more recent times, Sayama Kenichi (1881-1935) was a Japanese physicist and meteorologist who made significant contributions to the study of atmospheric phenomena. He is best known for his work on the theory of atmospheric tides and the development of methods for predicting weather patterns.

Sayama Takao (1945-2021) was a prominent Japanese actor and voice actor. He had a long and successful career in both live-action and animated productions, lending his voice to numerous popular anime series and video games.

Throughout its history, the surname "SAYAMA" has been associated with individuals from various walks of life, including nobility, warriors, religious figures, artists, and scholars. While the name may have originated from a connection to the mountains, it has since evolved to encompass a diverse range of backgrounds and accomplishments.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sayama

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

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

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