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

Douangmala, 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 Douangmala surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Douangmala in America

Douangmala is the 73666th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Douangmala surname appeared 263 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 Douangmala.

We can also compare 2010 data for Douangmala 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 Douangmala

The surname DOUANGMALA is of Lao origin, originating from the landlocked Southeast Asian country of Laos. It is believed to have emerged around the 16th century during the Lane Xang Kingdom, which ruled over modern-day Laos and parts of Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam.

The name DOUANGMALA is thought to be derived from the Lao words "douang" meaning "prosperous" or "flourishing," and "mala" meaning "lofty" or "elevated." This suggests that the name may have been bestowed upon individuals or families of high social standing, wealth, or influence within their communities.

While there are no known historical references to the name DOUANGMALA in ancient manuscripts or records, it is likely that the surname was initially adopted by noble families or those closely associated with the royal court of the Lane Xang Kingdom. As Laos transitioned through various periods of rule and influence from neighboring kingdoms, the name may have spread and evolved across different regions.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname DOUANGMALA is Khamsouk Douangmala, a Lao politician and diplomat who served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Laos from 1975 to 1986. Born in 1924, he played a crucial role in establishing diplomatic relations between Laos and other countries during the early years of the Lao People's Democratic Republic.

Another notable figure is Phetsamone Douangmala, a Lao artist and sculptor born in 1947. His works have been exhibited both nationally and internationally, and he is recognized for his contribution to the preservation and promotion of Lao cultural heritage through his art.

In the field of literature, Khamphao Douangmala, a Lao writer and poet born in 1958, has gained recognition for her works that explore themes of identity, culture, and the Lao diaspora experience.

Somvang Douangmala, born in 1962, is a prominent Lao economist and academic who has served as the President of the National University of Laos and played a significant role in shaping economic policies and development strategies in the country.

Lastly, Bounpheng Douangmala, born in 1970, is a Lao businesswoman and entrepreneur who has made significant contributions to the country's economic growth through her successful business ventures, particularly in the tourism and hospitality sectors.

These are just a few examples of individuals bearing the surname DOUANGMALA who have left their mark on various fields throughout history. While the name's origins can be traced back to the Lane Xang Kingdom, it continues to be a prominent surname in modern-day Laos and among the Lao diaspora worldwide.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Douangmala

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

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

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