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

Bundang, 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 Bundang surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bundang in America

Bundang is the 142108th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bundang surname appeared 117 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 Bundang.

The history of the last name Bundang

The surname "BUNDANG" is believed to have originated in South Korea, possibly during the Goryeo dynasty (918-1392 CE) or earlier. It is thought to be derived from the Korean word "bundang," which means "plain" or "field," suggesting that the name may have been associated with agricultural or farming communities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Annals of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1897 CE), a historical record of the Korean kingdom. The annals mention a scholar named Bundang Kim (1539-1616), who served as a high-ranking official during the reign of King Seonjo.

Another notable figure bearing the Bundang surname was Bundang Lee (1681-1748), a renowned Confucian scholar and writer who authored several influential works on ethics and philosophy. His literary contributions played a significant role in shaping the intellectual discourse of the late Joseon period.

In the 19th century, a prominent figure named Bundang Park (1824-1896) gained recognition for his contributions to the Korean independence movement against Japanese colonization. He actively participated in various resistance efforts and is remembered as a patriotic figure in Korean history.

During the early 20th century, Bundang Choi (1904-1982) emerged as a prominent artist and calligrapher, renowned for his unique style and mastery of traditional Korean ink painting techniques. His works are highly regarded and can be found in various museums and private collections.

More recently, Bundang Kim (1936-2012) made a name for himself as a celebrated novelist and screenwriter, known for his poignant depictions of Korean society and culture. His literary works have been widely read and adapted for film and television, leaving a lasting impact on contemporary Korean literature.

While the exact origin and meaning of the surname "BUNDANG" may be shrouded in history, it is clear that individuals bearing this name have made significant contributions across various fields, including academia, literature, art, and politics, throughout the centuries in Korea.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bundang

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

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 Bundang 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.

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

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