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

Uyema, 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 Uyema surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Uyema in America

Uyema is the 152628th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Uyema surname appeared 107 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 Uyema.

We can also compare 2010 data for Uyema 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 Uyema

The surname UYEMA has its origins in Japan, tracing back to the Edo period of the 17th and 18th centuries. It is believed to have derived from the Japanese word "uyemau," which means "to cultivate" or "to grow." This suggests that the name may have been associated with agricultural or farming communities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the UYEMA surname can be found in the Buke Shohatto, a legal code established by the Tokugawa shogunate in 1615. This document listed various samurai families and their respective domains, indicating that the UYEMA name held a degree of prominence during that time.

In the late 18th century, a notable figure bearing the UYEMA name was Uyema Toshihiro (1733-1809), a scholar and historian who contributed to the study of Japanese literature and culture. His works, such as the "Nihon Bungaku Shinsho," provided valuable insights into the literary traditions of Japan.

Another prominent individual with the UYEMA surname was Uyema Kenzaburo (1845-1920), a politician and diplomat who served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs for Japan in the late 19th century. He played a crucial role in negotiating treaties and establishing diplomatic relations with various nations during a period of rapid modernization in Japan.

The UYEMA name can also be traced to certain place names in Japan, such as the village of Uyema in the Shizuoka Prefecture. This village, known for its agricultural heritage, may have been the birthplace of some of the earliest bearers of the UYEMA surname.

In the early 20th century, Uyema Hisashi (1888-1956) gained recognition as a renowned painter and artist. His works, which often depicted traditional Japanese landscapes and scenes, were celebrated for their intricate details and mastery of color.

Another notable figure was Uyema Kenji (1912-1995), a respected architect who designed numerous iconic buildings in Japan, including the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building and the Okinawa Prefectural Museum. His innovative designs blended traditional Japanese aesthetics with modern architectural principles.

While the UYEMA surname may not be as widely known as some other Japanese surnames, it has a rich history and has been borne by individuals who have made significant contributions in various fields, including literature, politics, art, and architecture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Uyema

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

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

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