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

Huai, 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 Huai surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Huai in America

Huai is the 139228th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Huai surname appeared 120 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 Huai.

The history of the last name Huai

The surname "HUAI" has its origins in China, dating back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907 AD). It is believed to have originated from the ancient Chinese word "huai," which referred to a specific region or river located in present-day Anhui and Henan provinces.

During the Tang Dynasty, the "HUAI" surname was prominent among noble families and scholars in the regions along the Huai River. Some of the earliest recorded instances of this surname can be found in historical documents and records from that era, such as the "Tang Huiyao," a massive collection of administrative records.

One notable individual with the "HUAI" surname was Huai Renzhuo (fl. 714-766 AD), a renowned poet and calligrapher who served as a high-ranking official during the Tang Dynasty. His works and poetry are still studied and admired today.

In the Song Dynasty (960-1279 AD), the "HUAI" surname gained further prominence with the rise of the Huai family from Henan. This powerful clan produced several influential figures, including Huai Xian (1014-1049 AD), a renowned military strategist and general who played a crucial role in suppressing rebellions and defending the empire's borders.

Another notable individual from this period was Huai Su (1039-1112 AD), a renowned philosopher, poet, and essayist. His literary works, particularly his essays on the art of living and self-cultivation, were highly influential and widely read during his time and in subsequent generations.

During the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644 AD), the "HUAI" surname was well-represented among the scholar-official class. One prominent figure was Huai Tong (1528-1600 AD), a respected scholar and official who served as a grand secretary and participated in the compilation of the "Ming Shilu," a comprehensive history of the Ming Dynasty.

In more recent times, the "HUAI" surname has been associated with several influential figures in various fields, such as Huai Baochuan (1909-1966), a celebrated painter and calligrapher known for his innovative techniques and contributions to modern Chinese art.

Throughout its long history, the "HUAI" surname has been deeply rooted in Chinese culture and has produced numerous notable individuals who have left their mark on literature, art, philosophy, and statecraft.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Huai

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

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

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