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

Hwa, 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 Hwa surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hwa in America

Hwa is the 69793rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hwa surname appeared 281 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 Hwa.

We can also compare 2010 data for Hwa 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 Hwa

The surname "HWA" is believed to have originated in ancient China, dating back to the Han Dynasty (206 BCE - 220 CE). It is thought to be derived from the Chinese word "hua," which means "magnificent" or "splendid." This surname was initially associated with individuals who held positions of power or were known for their exceptional achievements.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname "HWA" can be found in the historical records of the Tang Dynasty (618 - 907 CE). The "Book of Tang," a comprehensive chronicle of that period, mentions a scholar and poet named HWA Zhihui, who lived during the 8th century CE. He was renowned for his literary works and contributions to the development of Chinese poetry.

During the Song Dynasty (960 - 1279 CE), the surname "HWA" gained prominence among the scholarly elite. A notable figure from this era was HWA Wenzheng (1042 - 1116 CE), a renowned philosopher and statesman who served as a high-ranking official in the imperial court. His writings on Confucian thought and governance had a lasting impact on Chinese intellectual tradition.

In the Ming Dynasty (1368 - 1644 CE), the "HWA" surname was associated with several accomplished individuals. HWA Yanjun (1532 - 1597 CE) was a prominent military strategist and general who played a crucial role in suppressing various rebellions and securing the empire's borders. HWA Guanying (1456 - 1513 CE), on the other hand, was a celebrated painter and calligrapher whose works were highly sought after by collectors and connoisseurs.

The Qing Dynasty (1644 - 1912 CE) also saw several notable figures with the surname "HWA." HWA Qiyun (1736 - 1815 CE) was a renowned scholar and educator who made significant contributions to the development of the imperial examination system. HWA Shihao (1677 - 1744 CE) was a revered Buddhist monk and philosopher who authored several influential texts on Buddhism and its practices.

Throughout its long history, the surname "HWA" has been associated with individuals from diverse backgrounds, ranging from scholars and artists to military leaders and religious figures. While its origins can be traced back to ancient China, the name has gained recognition and respect across various dynasties and regions, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the Chinese civilization.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hwa

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

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

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