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

Heu, 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 Heu surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Heu in America

Heu is the 29604th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Heu surname appeared 796 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 Heu.

We can also compare 2010 data for Heu 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 Heu

The surname "HEU" is of Vietnamese origin, derived from the word "Hỉu" which means "deer" in the Vietnamese language. This name can be traced back to the 15th century in the northern regions of Vietnam, particularly in the area around the modern-day city of Hanoi.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "HEU" appears in a historical document from the Le Dynasty, where a nobleman named Hieu Nguyen is mentioned as a recipient of land grants for his service to the royal court. This document, dated around 1470, provides evidence of the surname's existence and usage during that time period.

In the 16th century, a village named Hieu Xa, located in the Bac Ninh province, was known for having a large concentration of families bearing the "HEU" surname. This village was renowned for its skilled craftsmen who produced intricate wood carvings and lacquerware, which were highly prized by the nobility and the imperial court.

One notable individual bearing the "HEU" surname was Hieu Nguyen Huu Chinh, a renowned poet and scholar who lived during the 17th century. His literary works, which include a collection of poems and essays, are considered important contributions to Vietnamese literature and provide insights into the cultural and social milieu of that era.

In the 18th century, a wealthy merchant named Hieu Tran Dinh Hoan gained prominence for his successful trading ventures and philanthropic endeavors. He funded the construction of several temples and educational institutions in the northern regions of Vietnam, leaving a lasting legacy in the local communities.

Another individual of note was Hieu Nguyen Thi Minh Ha, a revolutionary activist who played a significant role in the Vietnamese independence movement against French colonial rule in the early 20th century. She was imprisoned for her involvement in the resistance efforts but remained a symbol of patriotism and resilience.

Throughout its history, the "HEU" surname has been associated with various professions, including scholars, artists, merchants, and activists, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and contributions of those who bore this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Heu

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

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

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