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

Uruchima, 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 Uruchima surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Uruchima in America

Uruchima is the 45412th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Uruchima surname appeared 471 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 Uruchima.

We can also compare 2010 data for Uruchima 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 Uruchima

The surname Uruchima has its origins in Japan, with records dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to have originated from the Japanese word "uruchima," which means "a person who lives near a lacquer tree." The name was likely given to families who resided in areas where these trees were abundant.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Uruchima name can be found in the historical documents of the Tokugawa Shogunate, which ruled Japan from the early 17th to the mid-19th century. During this period, the Uruchima family was known for their skill in lacquerware production, a traditional Japanese art form.

In the late 17th century, a prominent member of the Uruchima family, Uruchima Nobuyuki (1652-1724), gained recognition for his innovative techniques in lacquerware design. His works were highly sought after by the nobility and samurai class of the time.

Another notable figure bearing the Uruchima name was Uruchima Masahiro (1788-1864), a scholar and poet who lived during the Edo period. His poetry collection, "Uruchima no Uta," remains a significant work in Japanese literature.

During the Meiji Restoration in the late 19th century, the Uruchima family played a role in the modernization of Japan. Uruchima Toshio (1839-1902) was a prominent businessman who established one of the first lacquerware factories in Tokyo, contributing to the growth of the industry.

In more recent times, Uruchima Akira (1919-1998) was a renowned artist known for his intricate lacquerware sculptures. His works have been exhibited in numerous museums and galleries around the world, showcasing the enduring legacy of the Uruchima name in the art of lacquerware.

While the surname Uruchima may not be as widespread as some other Japanese names, its historical significance and connection to traditional Japanese craftsmanship make it a unique and fascinating part of the country's cultural heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Uruchima

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

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

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