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

Khin, 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 Khin surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Khin in America

Khin is the 38265th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Khin surname appeared 579 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 Khin.

We can also compare 2010 data for Khin 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 Khin

The surname KHIN has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, particularly in the region of Myanmar (formerly Burma). It is believed to have emerged during the 12th century AD, when the Pagan Kingdom was at its peak. The name is derived from the Burmese word "khyin," which means "elephant," a revered animal in Burmese culture.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the KHIN surname can be found in the Bagan Inscriptions, a collection of stone inscriptions from the Pagan period. These inscriptions mention individuals with the KHIN surname, suggesting that the name was already in use during that era.

In the 16th century, during the reign of the Toungoo Dynasty, the KHIN surname gained prominence as several individuals bearing this name held influential positions in the royal court. One notable figure was KHIN Hsinbyushin, a prominent minister and military commander who served under King Bayinnaung in the mid-16th century.

As the centuries passed, the KHIN surname spread throughout Myanmar and neighboring regions. In the 19th century, the name was also recorded in parts of present-day India, particularly in the northeastern states that share cultural and historical ties with Myanmar.

Among the notable individuals with the KHIN surname throughout history are:

1. KHIN Hsinbyushin (c. 1530-1581), a renowned Burmese military commander and minister during the Toungoo Dynasty.
2. KHIN Maha Nawyatha (1828-1904), a prominent Burmese monk and scholar who played a crucial role in preserving Burmese Buddhist literature.
3. KHIN Nyunt (1939-2004), a celebrated Burmese novelist and short story writer, known for his depictions of rural life in Myanmar.
4. KHIN Khin Htoo (1963-), a renowned Burmese painter and artist, known for her unique style blending traditional and contemporary elements.
5. KHIN Maung Aye (1932-2010), a Burmese politician and military officer who served as the Chairman of the State Peace and Development Council (SPDC) from 1992 to 2007.

The KHIN surname has a deep-rooted history in Myanmar and the surrounding regions, reflecting the cultural and historical significance of the region. While its origins can be traced back to the Pagan Kingdom, the name has endured through various dynasties and eras, highlighting its longevity and importance within Burmese society.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Khin

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

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

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