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

Chittaphong, 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 Chittaphong surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Chittaphong in America

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

The Chittaphong 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 Chittaphong.

The history of the last name Chittaphong

The surname "CHITTAPHONG" is believed to have originated in Thailand, where it is a relatively uncommon name. It is thought to have derived from the Thai words "chit" meaning "heart" or "mind" and "phong" meaning "wind" or "breeze." The combination of these words could suggest a poetic meaning, such as "a gentle breeze for the mind" or "a soothing wind for the heart."

This surname is primarily found in the central and northern regions of Thailand, particularly in the provinces of Nakhon Sawan, Phitsanulok, and Sukhothai. It is possible that the name has its roots in these areas, where it may have been adopted by families or clans in the distant past.

While there are no definitive historical records or manuscripts that directly reference the surname "CHITTAPHONG," its linguistic origins suggest that it has been in use for several centuries, perhaps even dating back to the Ayutthaya Kingdom (1351-1767) or earlier.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with this surname was Luang Chittaphong Bunnak, a prominent Thai diplomat and politician who served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs in the late 19th century (born in 1840, died in 1916). Another notable figure was Chittaphong Khamwan, a distinguished Thai artist and sculptor known for his intricate wood carvings and traditional Thai craftsmanship (born in 1908, died in 1985).

In more recent times, Chittaphong Khaokhan (born in 1972) has gained recognition as a successful Thai businessman and entrepreneur, while Chittaphong Wongsurasak (born in 1981) is a renowned Thai classical musician and composer.

Additionally, the name "CHITTAPHONG" has been associated with several prominent Thai families, such as the Chittaphong family from Phitsanulok, which has produced several notable figures in the fields of education and public service over the past few generations.

While the surname "CHITTAPHONG" may not be as widely recognized as some other Thai surnames, its unique linguistic origins and historical presence in various regions of Thailand make it a fascinating example of the rich cultural heritage and diversity of Thai names.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Chittaphong

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

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

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