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

Chov, 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 Chov surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Chov in America

Chov is the 133863rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Chov surname appeared 126 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 Chov.

The history of the last name Chov

The surname CHOV has its origins in the region of Central Asia, specifically in the areas that are now modern-day Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. It is believed to have emerged during the 12th century, deriving from an old Turkic word that referred to a type of nomadic herder or shepherd.

One of the earliest known records of the name CHOV can be found in a collection of Mongol chronicles from the 13th century, where it is mentioned in connection with a group of nomadic tribes that inhabited the steppes of Central Asia. It is possible that the name was originally a descriptive term used to identify individuals who belonged to these tribes and followed a nomadic way of life.

In the 14th century, a prominent figure named Chov Temur, a military commander and nobleman, is recorded as having played a significant role in the political affairs of the Golden Horde, a Mongol khanate that ruled over vast territories in Eastern Europe and Central Asia. Although little is known about his personal life, Chov Temur's name has been preserved in historical accounts, suggesting that the surname CHOV had already gained recognition by that time.

During the 16th century, the name CHOV appears in various records related to trade and commerce in the region of modern-day Kazakhstan. It is believed that some families bearing this surname were involved in the lucrative trade routes that connected Central Asia with the Middle East and Europe, facilitating the exchange of goods and cultural influences.

One notable figure from this period was Chov Khoja, a wealthy merchant and trader who established a network of caravanserais (roadside inns) along the Silk Road. Born in 1512 in the city of Samarkand (now in Uzbekistan), Chov Khoja played a crucial role in facilitating trade between Central Asia and the neighboring regions.

In the 18th century, the name CHOV is found in records related to the Kazakh Khanate, a powerful nomadic state that controlled vast territories in modern-day Kazakhstan and parts of Central Asia. During this time, a prominent figure named Chov Batyr (1715-1785) emerged as a skilled military leader and diplomat, renowned for his efforts in defending the Kazakh territories against external threats.

As the centuries passed, the surname CHOV continued to be carried by individuals from Central Asia, with some families migrating to other regions and countries. However, the origins of this name remain firmly rooted in the rich cultural heritage and nomadic traditions of the Central Asian steppes, serving as a testament to the diverse ethnic and linguistic tapestry of this vast region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Chov

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

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

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