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

Teshima, 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 Teshima surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Teshima in America

Teshima is the 63524th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Teshima surname appeared 314 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 Teshima.

We can also compare 2010 data for Teshima 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 Teshima

The surname TESHIMA originated in Japan during the 8th century. It is believed to have been derived from the ancient Japanese word "teshima," which means "hand island" or "crafts island." This suggests that the name may have been associated with skilled artisans or craftsmen who lived on an island or coastal region.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the TESHIMA name can be found in the Shoku Nihongi, an ancient Japanese chronicle from the 8th century. This historical record documents the exploits of a samurai warrior named TESHIMA Masanori, who fought in the Genpei War during the late 12th century.

During the Kamakura period (1185-1333), the TESHIMA family gained prominence as skilled potters and ceramicists in the Seto region of present-day Aichi Prefecture. The village of Teshima-mura, located in this area, is believed to have been named after the TESHIMA family, who were known for their exceptional pottery craftsmanship.

In the 16th century, a prominent figure named TESHIMA Tomoaki (1541-1608) rose to become a powerful daimyo (feudal lord) and a trusted advisor to the legendary warlord Toyotomi Hideyoshi. TESHIMA Tomoaki played a crucial role in the unification of Japan during the Sengoku period.

Another notable TESHIMA was TESHIMA Yukie (1901-1987), a renowned writer and feminist activist who advocated for women's rights and gender equality in Japan during the early 20th century. Her literary works, including the novel "Hinagiku no Hana" (The Flower of the Daisy), explored the struggles and aspirations of Japanese women during a period of rapid social change.

In more recent times, TESHIMA Hiroshi (1938-2021) gained international recognition as a celebrated artist known for his large-scale installations and environmental artworks. His iconic work, the "Naoshima Pavilion," on the island of Naoshima in the Seto Inland Sea, has become a major attraction for art enthusiasts and tourists alike.

Throughout its history, the TESHIMA surname has been associated with artistic excellence, craftsmanship, and cultural significance in Japan. From skilled potters and ceramicists to influential writers, feudal lords, and renowned artists, the TESHIMA family has left an indelible mark on Japanese society and culture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Teshima

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

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

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