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

Chhuon, 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 Chhuon surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Chhuon in America

Chhuon is the 66553rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Chhuon surname appeared 297 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 Chhuon.

We can also compare 2010 data for Chhuon 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 Chhuon

The surname CHHUON is of Khmer origin, tracing its roots back to the ancient Khmer civilization that flourished in present-day Cambodia from the 9th to the 15th century. It is believed to have derived from the Khmer word "chhuan," which means "to cross" or "to pass through," suggesting a possible association with travellers, traders, or those who ventured across different regions.

The earliest known references to the CHHUON surname can be found in ancient Khmer inscriptions and manuscripts dating back to the 12th century. These inscriptions, carved on stone monuments and temple walls, often recorded the names of prominent individuals, including officials, monks, and members of the royal court.

One notable figure bearing the CHHUON surname was Khun CHHUON, a respected Buddhist monk who lived during the reign of King Jayavarman VII in the late 12th century. Khun CHHUON was known for his scholarship and contributed to the preservation of Khmer culture and traditions through his writings and teachings.

In the 14th century, the CHHUON name appeared in a historical record known as the "Chroniques Royales," which chronicled the lives and reigns of Khmer kings and their court. One entry mentions a minister named CHHUON Srey, who served under King Barom Reachea II in the early 14th century.

During the 16th century, the CHHUON surname was associated with a powerful family from the region of Battambang, located in modern-day northwestern Cambodia. This family played a significant role in local politics and governance, with several members holding influential positions in the Khmer court.

Another noteworthy individual was Neak CHHUON, a revered Khmer poet and scholar who lived in the 17th century. Neak CHHUON's works, which included poetry and literary critiques, were widely acclaimed and contributed to the rich cultural heritage of the Khmer people.

As the Khmer civilization expanded and evolved, the CHHUON surname spread to other regions, including modern-day Thailand, where it is also found among the Thai-Khmer population. Over the centuries, variations in spelling and pronunciation emerged, such as "Chuan" and "Chhoun," reflecting the diverse linguistic influences within the region.

Throughout its long history, the CHHUON surname has been associated with individuals from various walks of life, including scholars, artists, politicians, and members of the nobility. While the specific meaning and origin of the name may have evolved over time, it remains a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Khmer people and their enduring legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Chhuon

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

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

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