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

Yamane, 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 Yamane surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Yamane in America

Yamane is the 23785th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Yamane surname appeared 1,063 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 Yamane.

We can also compare 2010 data for Yamane 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 Yamane

The surname Yamane originates from Japan and can be traced back to the ancient Yamato period (circa 250-710 AD). Its etymology is rooted in the Japanese language, where "yama" means "mountain" and "ne" means "root" or "origin." This suggests that the name likely denoted families who lived at the base of or near a mountain, or who were culturally and economically tied to mountainous regions.

The Yamane surname has been found in various regions of Japan, particularly in the prefectures of Yamaguchi, Hiroshima, and Okayama. Early records from the Edo period (1603-1868) indicate that the Yamane family played vital roles in their local communities, often as farmers or craftsmen. The spelling of the name has remained relatively consistent over time, though it has appeared occasionally with slight variations in regional dialects.

One of the earliest documented references to the name Yamane is found in a 17th-century family registry from Okayama Prefecture. This document lists Yamane Gonzaemon as a head of household. Another early example is from Yamaguchi Prefecture, where a man named Yamane Saemon was recorded as a local leader in a village chronicle from 1685.

Throughout history, several individuals bearing the Yamane surname have made notable contributions. Yamane Hikozō (1800-1872) was a samurai and local government official during the late Edo period. He played a crucial role in the administration of Okayama Prefecture and was known for his efforts to modernize agricultural practices.

Another prominent figure is Yamane Hitoshi (1891-1984), an archaeologist who made significant contributions to the study of Japan's ancient Jomon and Yayoi cultures. His extensive fieldwork and publications have left a lasting legacy in the academic world.

In the realm of politics, Yamane Masae (1916-2004) was one of the first female members of the Japanese Diet, serving multiple terms in the mid-20th century. She was a tireless advocate for women's rights and rural development.

The Yamane name also found its way into the scientific community with Yamane Toru (1928-2007), a renowned biochemist who made groundbreaking discoveries in protein chemistry. His work earned him numerous awards and recognition both in Japan and internationally.

Lastly, Yamane Kiyoshi (1943-1998), a prolific business figure, significantly influenced Japan's post-war industrial growth. As a leading executive in one of Japan's major manufacturing firms, his innovative strategies helped to modernize the sector.

The Yamane surname, with its deep historical roots and notable bearers, reflects a rich tapestry of Japanese cultural and social evolution.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Yamane

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

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

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