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

Uyematsu, 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 Uyematsu surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Uyematsu in America

Uyematsu is the 138304th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Uyematsu surname appeared 121 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 Uyematsu.

We can also compare 2010 data for Uyematsu 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 Uyematsu

The surname Uyematsu originates from Japan and can be traced back to the early 15th century. It is believed to have originated in the Kyoto region, where it was likely derived from a combination of the Japanese words "uye" (上), meaning "upper" or "superior," and "matsu" (松), meaning "pine tree."

During the Muromachi period (1336-1573), the name Uyematsu appeared in several historical records, notably in documents related to the samurai class and local administrative matters. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in a land registry from the year 1421, which mentions an individual named Uyematsu no Jiro.

In the late 16th century, the Uyematsu family established itself in the Shizuoka prefecture, where they were known for their involvement in the production of high-quality silk and silk-related goods. Several members of the family gained prominence during this time, including Uyematsu Masanobu (1548-1623), a skilled silk weaver and merchant.

Throughout the Edo period (1603-1868), the Uyematsu name continued to be associated with the silk trade, and they were recognized as one of the leading silk-producing families in the region. One notable figure from this era was Uyematsu Genroku (1676-1741), a renowned silk merchant who established trade routes connecting Shizuoka with other parts of Japan.

As the Meiji Restoration (1868-1912) ushered in a new era of modernization and industrialization, the Uyematsu family diversified their business interests. Uyematsu Yoshitaro (1836-1908) was a prominent figure during this time, contributing to the development of the textile industry and serving as a member of the local government council.

Another notable individual bearing the Uyematsu name was Uyematsu Sachiko (1892-1971), a pioneering educator who founded one of the first girls' schools in Shizuoka and advocated for women's education and empowerment.

Throughout its history, the Uyematsu name has been associated with various professions and industries, including silk production, textile manufacturing, education, and local governance. While its origins can be traced back to the 15th century in the Kyoto region, the name has left a lasting legacy in the Shizuoka prefecture, where it has been deeply woven into the cultural and economic fabric of the area for centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Uyematsu

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

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

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