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

Jeung, 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 Jeung surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Jeung in America

Jeung is the 38050th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Jeung surname appeared 583 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 Jeung.

We can also compare 2010 data for Jeung 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 Jeung

The surname "JEUNG" is believed to have originated in the Korean peninsula, with the earliest recorded instances dating back to the late 15th century during the Joseon Dynasty. The name is thought to be derived from the Korean word "jeung," which means "upward" or "ascending," suggesting that the name may have been given to someone who lived in an elevated area or achieved a higher social status.

One of the earliest known references to the name can be found in the Annals of the Joseon Dynasty, a collection of historical records compiled during the reign of King Seonjo (1567-1608). The annals mention a scholar named Jeung Yeon-gil, who served as a royal tutor and was known for his expertise in Confucian philosophy.

In the 17th century, a prominent figure named Jeung Doo-won (1628-1693) gained recognition as a skilled calligrapher and painter. His works are still celebrated today and can be found in various museums and galleries across South Korea.

During the 19th century, the name appeared in various official documents and records, such as the Household Registry, which served as a census of the population at the time. One notable individual from this era was Jeung Sang-hun (1825-1892), a scholar and diplomat who played a significant role in the negotiations leading to the Korean Empire's opening to the West.

In more recent history, the surname Jeung has been carried by several notable individuals, including Jeung Kwang-il (1920-2001), a renowned writer and poet who was active during the Japanese occupation of Korea and the post-liberation era. His works often explored themes of national identity and the struggles of the Korean people.

Another figure of note is Jeung Eun-young (born 1965), a South Korean actress and singer who has appeared in numerous television dramas and films, earning critical acclaim for her versatile performances.

While the surname Jeung may not be among the most common in Korea, its roots can be traced back centuries, reflecting the rich cultural heritage and historical significance of Korean names and their meanings.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Jeung

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

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

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