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

Takabayashi, 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 Takabayashi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Takabayashi in America

Takabayashi is the 122314th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Takabayashi surname appeared 141 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 Takabayashi.

We can also compare 2010 data for Takabayashi 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 Takabayashi

The surname Takabayashi is of Japanese origin, with its roots traced back to the Edo period (1603-1868) in Japan. The name is a combination of two words: "taka," meaning "tall" or "high," and "bayashi," which is believed to be derived from the word "hayashi," meaning "forest" or "woods."

The earliest recorded instances of the Takabayashi surname can be found in the Edo-era census records from the regions of Kanto and Chubu, particularly in the areas around present-day Tokyo and Nagano. It is speculated that the name was initially given to individuals who lived or worked in elevated areas or close to densely forested regions.

One of the earliest known individuals with the Takabayashi surname was Takabayashi Nobuyuki (1564-1628), a prominent samurai and retainer of the Tokugawa shogunate during the late Sengoku and early Edo periods. He was renowned for his military prowess and played a crucial role in several battles, including the Siege of Osaka in 1615.

Another notable figure from the Edo period was Takabayashi Genroku (1670-1745), a renowned scholar and writer who authored several works on Japanese literature, poetry, and cultural traditions. His contributions helped preserve and promote the rich literary heritage of Japan during a time of significant social and political change.

In the 19th century, Takabayashi Masatake (1806-1874) gained recognition as a skilled woodblock print artist and illustrator. His intricate and detailed designs adorned numerous ukiyo-e prints, depicting scenes from traditional Japanese life and culture.

During the Meiji period (1868-1912), Takabayashi Yoshio (1845-1918) was a prominent educator and advocate for modern educational reforms in Japan. He played a pivotal role in establishing the country's modern educational system and promoting the importance of universal education.

In more recent history, Takabayashi Toshiki (1914-1996) was a celebrated actor and director in Japanese cinema. He starred in numerous films and television shows, earning critical acclaim for his versatile performances and contributions to the entertainment industry.

While the Takabayashi surname has its origins rooted in the historical regions of Japan, it has since spread across the country and can be found among families in various prefectures and communities, each with their own unique stories and connections to this storied name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Takabayashi

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

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

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