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

Bunnag, 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 Bunnag surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bunnag in America

Bunnag is the 128249th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bunnag surname appeared 133 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 Bunnag.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bunnag 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 Bunnag

The surname BUNNAG originates from Thailand and dates back to the early 19th century. It was initially derived from the Thai word "bun," which means "merit" or "virtue," combined with "nag," meaning "foremost" or "prominent." This name was likely given to individuals who were highly regarded for their virtuous conduct and esteemed status within their communities.

The earliest recorded instances of the BUNNAG surname can be traced back to the reign of King Rama III (1824-1851) during the Rattanakosin period of Siam (now Thailand). During this era, members of the BUNNAG family held influential positions within the royal court and contributed significantly to the governance of the kingdom.

One of the most notable figures bearing the BUNNAG name was Somdet Chao Phraya Borommaharajchaiyant (1787-1855), a highly respected statesman and diplomat who served as the regent of Siam during the reigns of King Rama III and King Rama IV. He played a crucial role in maintaining diplomatic relations with Western powers and is remembered for his wisdom and political acumen.

Another prominent individual was Somdet Chao Phraya Sisuriyawongse (1845-1920), a member of the BUNNAG family who served as the regent of Siam during the reign of King Rama V (1868-1910). He was instrumental in modernizing the country's administration and implementing significant reforms, including the abolition of slavery and the establishment of a modern education system.

In the late 19th century, Chao Phraya Yommarat (1857-1925), a member of the BUNNAG family, served as the Minister of the Capital and held the prestigious title of "Chao Phraya," which was reserved for high-ranking nobles and officials. He played a pivotal role in the development of Bangkok's infrastructure and urban planning.

Another notable figure was Chao Phraya Devawongse (1856-1923), a prominent diplomat and statesman who served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs and played a crucial role in negotiating treaties with Western powers, ensuring Siam's sovereignty and independence during a period of colonial expansion in Southeast Asia.

Throughout history, the BUNNAG surname has been associated with individuals who have made significant contributions to the political, diplomatic, and administrative spheres of Thailand. The name continues to hold a respected and prominent position within Thai society, reflecting the virtuous and esteemed legacy of its bearers.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bunnag

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

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

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