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

Inthavong, 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 Inthavong surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Inthavong in America

Inthavong is the 26042nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Inthavong surname appeared 941 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 Inthavong.

We can also compare 2010 data for Inthavong 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 Inthavong

The surname INTHAVONG is of Lao origin, tracing its roots back to the landlocked country of Laos in Southeast Asia. It is believed to have emerged in the 14th or 15th century, during the heyday of the powerful Lan Xang Kingdom that once ruled over much of present-day Laos and parts of neighboring regions.

The name INTHAVONG is thought to be derived from the combination of two Lao words: "in," which means "to live or reside," and "thavong," which may refer to a specific village, locality, or region within the kingdom. This suggests that the name could have been initially assigned to families or individuals who hailed from a particular area known as Thavong.

While historical records from that era are scarce and often incomplete, there are indications that the name INTHAVONG appeared in some ancient manuscripts and inscriptions related to the Lan Xang Kingdom. However, these references are not well-documented or widely studied, leaving much of the name's early history shrouded in mystery.

One of the earliest known bearers of the INTHAVONG surname is Phaya Inthavong, a prominent military leader and governor who lived in the late 16th century during the reign of King Setthathirath. He is said to have played a crucial role in defending the kingdom against foreign invaders and maintaining territorial control over various regions.

In the 17th century, a notable figure named Nang Inthavong emerged as a influential female leader and advisor to the Lao royal court. She was renowned for her wisdom, political acumen, and contributions to the kingdom's cultural and social affairs.

Another prominent individual bearing the INTHAVONG name was Phra Inthavong, a highly respected Buddhist monk and scholar who lived in the 18th century. He was known for his extensive knowledge of religious texts and his efforts in preserving and promoting Lao Buddhist traditions.

During the 19th century, Thao Inthavong, a skilled diplomat and negotiator, gained recognition for his role in facilitating trade agreements and fostering diplomatic relations between the Lao Kingdom and neighboring territories.

In more recent times, Khampha Inthavong, a celebrated Lao artist and sculptor, made significant contributions to the preservation and promotion of traditional Lao art forms in the 20th century. His works have been exhibited globally and are considered treasures of Lao cultural heritage.

While the INTHAVONG surname may have evolved and spread to other parts of the world over time, its origins can be traced back to the rich cultural and historical tapestry of ancient Laos, where it held significance and prominence among the ruling classes and influential families of the Lan Xang Kingdom.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Inthavong

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

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

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