Explore the Family Name Okura
The meaning of Okura
Japanese (Ōkura): written 大蔵 or 大倉 ‘large warehouse’. It is found mostly in western Japan. There are many unrelated bearers, some with samurai connections, who took the name from any of the places of residence. Some characteristic forenames: Japanese Kazuo, Akira, Chiye, Gengo, Hiroko, Hiroshi, Iori, Kanae, Kazu, Kazuki, Kazumi, Masako.
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How common is the last name Okura in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Okura has experienced a drop in popularity over the years. In 2000, it was ranked as the 59,611th most popular surname but it decreased to the 69,170th position by 2010, showing a change of -16.04%. The count of individuals carrying this surname also fell from 317 in 2000 to 284 in 2010, marking a decrease of 10.41%. Furthermore, the proportion of people with this last name per 100,000 people also recorded a reduction of 16.67%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #59,611 | #69,170 | -16.04% |
| Count | 317 | 284 | -10.41% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.12 | 0.1 | -16.67% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Okura
From an ethnic identity perspective, the Decennial U.S. Census reveals that most bearers of the surname Okura identify as Asian/Pacific Islander, although there's been a slight decline in this group from 82.97% in 2000 to 80.63% in 2010. The number of individuals identifying with two or more races rose by 28.78%, increasing from 8.20% to 10.56%. There was a decrease in the percentage of white individuals bearing the Okura surname from 5.99% to 4.93%. A significant increase in the Hispanic population bearing this surname was observed, with numbers rising by 49.21% from 1.89% in 2000. On the other hand, no individuals identified as Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native in both census years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 82.97% | 80.63% | -2.82% |
| Two or More Races | 8.2% | 10.56% | 28.78% |
| White | 5.99% | 4.93% | -17.7% |
| Hispanic | 1.89% | 2.82% | 49.21% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |