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

Keomany, 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 Keomany surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Keomany in America

Keomany is the 50467th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Keomany surname appeared 414 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 Keomany.

We can also compare 2010 data for Keomany 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 Keomany

The surname KEOMANY is believed to have originated in Laos, a landlocked country in Southeast Asia. The name likely emerged during the 14th century, when the Lane Xang kingdom was established in what is now modern-day Laos.

KEOMANY is thought to be derived from the Lao word "keo," meaning glass or crystal, and "many," which can refer to a precious stone or gem. This suggests that the name may have initially been associated with occupations related to glassmaking or gemstone crafting.

Early records of the KEOMANY name are scarce, as written documentation from that era in Laos is limited. However, some historians believe that the name may have been mentioned in ancient manuscripts or chronicles documenting the reigns of various Lao kings and nobility during the Lane Xang period.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the KEOMANY surname can be traced back to the late 16th century, when a prominent Lao artisan named Thao KEOMANY was renowned for his exquisite glasswork and gemstone carvings. His creations were sought after by members of the royal court and affluent merchants.

In the 18th century, a notable figure named Nang KEOMANY gained recognition as a skilled weaver and textile artist. Her intricate silk creations, often adorned with glass beads and gemstone embellishments, were highly prized and showcased her family's traditional craftsmanship.

During the 19th century, a Buddhist monk named Phra KEOMANY became well-known for his expertise in gemstone meditation practices and his teachings on the spiritual significance of crystals and precious stones.

Another prominent individual with the KEOMANY surname was Chao KEOMANY, a respected diplomat and negotiator who played a crucial role in resolving territorial disputes between Laos and neighboring kingdoms in the early 20th century.

In more recent times, Khamla KEOMANY, a celebrated Lao artist born in 1957, gained international acclaim for his vibrant paintings and sculptures that often incorporated glass and gemstone elements, reflecting the cultural heritage associated with his surname.

While the KEOMANY name has its roots in Laos, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and diaspora communities, carrying on the legacy of its historical ties to glassmaking, gemstone crafting, and artistic traditions.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Keomany

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

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

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