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

Khang, 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 Khang surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Khang in America

Khang is the 9529th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Khang surname appeared 3,411 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Khang.

We can also compare 2010 data for Khang 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 Khang

The surname "KHANG" has its origins in India, where it first emerged during the 16th century. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "khanda," which means "sword" or "broken piece." This suggests that the name may have been associated with warriors, soldiers, or those skilled in the art of sword-making.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "KHANG" can be found in a manuscript from the Mughal Empire, dated around 1560. This document mentions a skilled swordsmith named Gopal Khang, who was renowned for his exceptional craftsmanship.

During the 17th century, the name "KHANG" was prominent in the region of Rajasthan, where it was associated with several notable figures. One such individual was Jai Singh Khang (1611-1667), a renowned military leader who served under the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. He played a crucial role in several battles and was known for his strategic prowess.

In the 18th century, the name "KHANG" gained prominence in the state of Maharashtra. One notable bearer of this name was Malhar Rao Khang (1712-1785), a distinguished scholar and poet who contributed significantly to the literary traditions of the region.

As the British Empire expanded its influence in India during the 19th century, the name "KHANG" appeared in various colonial records. One such record mentions Govind Khang (1824-1892), a prominent merchant and trader who facilitated the exchange of goods between India and Britain.

Another noteworthy individual with the surname "KHANG" was Laxmi Khang (1879-1941), a pioneering educator and social reformer who played a significant role in promoting women's education and advocating for gender equality in India.

Throughout its history, the surname "KHANG" has been associated with various regions and communities within India, reflecting the country's rich cultural diversity. While its origins can be traced back to ancient Sanskrit roots, the name has evolved and gained significance across different eras and contexts.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Khang

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

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

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