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Matsuyama Family History

Matsuyama Surname Meaning

Japanese: written 松山 ‘pine tree mountain’ found mainly in western Japan and the Ryūkyū Islands.

One family is descended from the Chiba branch of the Taira clan

another descends from the Takeda branch of the Minamoto clan.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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Where is the Matsuyama family from?

You can see how Matsuyama families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Matsuyama family name was found in the USA, and the UK between 1891 and 1920. The most Matsuyama families were found in USA in 1920. In 1891 there were 3 Matsuyama families living in London. This was 100% of all the recorded Matsuyama's in United Kingdom. London had the highest population of Matsuyama families in 1891.
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What did your Matsuyama ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer was the top reported job for people in the USA named Matsuyama. 43% of Matsuyama men worked as a Laborer.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    43%
  • Carpenter
    15%
  • Helper
    15%
  • Manager
    15%

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Census Records

There are 498 census records available for the last name Matsuyama. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Matsuyama census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Passenger Lists

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Draft Cards

There are 158 military records available for the last name Matsuyama. For the veterans among your Matsuyama ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Matsuyama lifespan?

Between 1957 and 2004, in the United States, Matsuyama life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1957, and highest in 1978. The average life expectancy for Matsuyama in 1957 was 45, and 68 in 2004.

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