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

Chuol, 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 Chuol surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Chuol in America

Chuol is the 81772nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Chuol surname appeared 231 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 Chuol.

The history of the last name Chuol

The surname CHUOL is of Sudanese origin, originating from the Dinka ethnic group in South Sudan during the 18th century. It is derived from the Dinka word "chuol," which means "river" or "stream." This name was likely given to individuals who lived near or had a strong association with a particular river or body of water.

In the early 19th century, the CHUOL name appeared in several historical records documenting the migrations and settlements of Dinka communities along the White Nile River and its tributaries. One notable mention is found in the journal of British explorer Samuel Baker, who encountered a Dinka clan led by a chief named Chuol during his expedition in the region in 1864.

The earliest recorded bearer of the CHUOL surname is believed to be Chuol Deng, a prominent Dinka leader who played a significant role in the resistance against the Ottoman-Egyptian conquest of the region in the late 19th century. Chuol Deng's bravery and leadership were celebrated in oral traditions and historical accounts.

Another notable figure with the CHUOL surname is Chuol Kwon, a renowned Dinka storyteller and historian who lived in the early 20th century. Chuol Kwon's narratives and oral histories provided valuable insights into the cultural traditions and histories of the Dinka people.

In more recent times, Chuol Tut (1947-2017) was a respected South Sudanese academic and author who wrote extensively on the history and culture of his people. His works, including "The Dinka of the Sudan" and "The Dinka and Their Neighbors," are considered seminal resources for understanding the Dinka way of life.

Chuol de Mabior (1935-2008) was a prominent South Sudanese politician and diplomat who played a significant role in the country's struggle for independence. He served as the Vice President of the Sudan People's Liberation Movement/Army (SPLM/A) and was instrumental in the peace negotiations that led to the Comprehensive Peace Agreement in 2005.

Finally, Chuol Dau (1941-2019) was a renowned South Sudanese artist and sculptor whose works celebrated the traditions and cultural heritage of the Dinka people. His intricate wood carvings and sculptures are displayed in museums and galleries around the world, showcasing the rich artistic traditions of South Sudan.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Chuol

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

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

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