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

Chiem, 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 Chiem surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Chiem in America

Chiem is the 32750th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Chiem surname appeared 701 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 Chiem.

We can also compare 2010 data for Chiem 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 Chiem

The surname CHIEM has its origins in the Vietnamese language and culture. It is believed to have derived from the Vietnamese word "chiem," which means "to conquer" or "to occupy." This suggests that the name may have been initially given to individuals who were known for their military prowess or conquests.

The earliest recorded instances of the CHIEM surname can be traced back to the 13th century, during the reign of the Tran Dynasty in Vietnam. Historical records from this period mention several high-ranking officials and military leaders bearing the name CHIEM, indicating that it was already an established surname among the Vietnamese nobility and warrior class.

One notable figure from this era was CHIEM Van Thien, a revered general who played a crucial role in defending Vietnam against the Mongol invasions in the late 13th century. His bravery and strategic brilliance were instrumental in repelling the formidable Mongol forces, ensuring the country's independence and sovereignty.

In the 15th century, the CHIEM surname gained further prominence with the rise of CHIEM Thanh, a respected scholar and poet who served as a high-ranking official in the court of the Le Dynasty. His literary works and contributions to Vietnamese culture have left a lasting legacy, and he is still celebrated as one of the most influential figures in Vietnamese literature.

Another notable figure bearing the CHIEM surname was CHIEM Van Tinh, a renowned architect and engineer who lived during the 17th century. He was responsible for designing and overseeing the construction of several iconic structures in Vietnam, including the iconic Hue Citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

During the 19th century, the CHIEM surname gained international recognition with the exploits of CHIEM Quy Lan, a Vietnamese diplomat and scholar. He served as an envoy to France and played a pivotal role in facilitating cultural and diplomatic exchanges between Vietnam and Europe.

It is also worth mentioning CHIEM Nghi, a prominent revolutionary and political leader who actively participated in the Vietnamese independence movement against French colonial rule in the early 20th century. His unwavering commitment to the cause of national liberation earned him a place in the annals of Vietnamese history.

While the CHIEM surname has its roots in Vietnam, it has since spread to other parts of the world, carried by Vietnamese immigrants and their descendants. However, its rich history and cultural significance remain deeply intertwined with the Vietnamese heritage and the remarkable individuals who have borne this name throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Chiem

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

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

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