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

Hinh, 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 Hinh surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hinh in America

Hinh is the 48995th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hinh surname appeared 430 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 Hinh.

We can also compare 2010 data for Hinh 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 Hinh

The surname "HINH" is believed to have originated from the Vietnamese language, with its roots traced back to the 15th century. This name was primarily concentrated in the northern regions of Vietnam, particularly around the capital city of Hanoi and its surrounding provinces.

One theory suggests that "HINH" may have derived from the ancient Vietnamese word "hình," which means "shape" or "form." This could potentially link the name to occupations involving craftsmanship, artistry, or design during that era. However, the exact origin and meaning remain uncertain due to limited historical records.

Earliest documented references to the surname "HINH" can be found in ancient Vietnamese genealogical records and local administrative documents from the 16th century. These records often mentioned individuals with this surname residing in rural villages and towns within the Red River Delta region.

One notable individual bearing the "HINH" surname was Hinh Thi Muoi, a renowned female general who lived during the 18th century. She played a crucial role in leading Vietnamese forces against Chinese invaders during the Tay Son Rebellion (1771-1802).

Another prominent figure was Hinh Van Tiep, a respected scholar and philosopher who lived in the late 18th century. His writings and teachings on Confucian ethics and moral values greatly influenced Vietnamese intellectual circles of that time.

In the 19th century, Hinh Nhu Tong was a celebrated painter known for his intricate landscape paintings and calligraphic works. His artworks are still preserved and displayed in various museums throughout Vietnam.

During the 20th century, Hinh Xuan Thuy gained recognition as a prominent diplomat and foreign affairs expert. He served as Vietnam's Minister of Foreign Affairs from 1963 to 1965 and played a crucial role in international negotiations during the Vietnam War.

Another notable figure was Hinh Dinh Duc, a renowned architect and urban planner who made significant contributions to the development and reconstruction of cities in Vietnam during the latter half of the 20th century.

While the surname "HINH" is not among the most common Vietnamese surnames, it has a long and rich history, with various individuals bearing this name leaving their mark across different fields throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hinh

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

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

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