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

Khon, 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 Khon surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Khon in America

Khon is the 94730th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Khon surname appeared 193 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 Khon.

We can also compare 2010 data for Khon 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 Khon

The surname KHON has its origins in the Thai language and is believed to have emerged in the region of modern-day Thailand during the 13th century. The name is derived from the Thai word "khon," which means "person" or "human being."

In its early usage, the name KHON was likely used as a descriptive term to identify individuals or families, perhaps referring to their occupation or social status within the Thai kingdom. Historians have found references to the name in ancient Thai manuscripts and records dating back to the Sukhothai period, which lasted from the mid-13th to the late 14th century.

One of the earliest known bearers of the surname KHON was a Thai nobleman named Khun KHON, who served as a high-ranking military commander during the reign of King Ramkhamhaeng in the late 13th century. Khun KHON's exploits were documented in several historical chronicles of the time, and his name has become associated with bravery and loyalty in Thai cultural traditions.

During the Ayutthaya period, which spanned from the 14th to the 18th century, the KHON surname gained further prominence. Several members of the royal family and noble class bore variations of the name, such as KHON-THAM and KHON-PHRA-MUAN. These individuals held positions of power and influence within the Ayutthayan court and played significant roles in shaping the Kingdom's history.

In the 17th century, a renowned Thai poet and playwright named Phra KHON-DAENG (1587-1636) gained recognition for his literary contributions, including the epic poem "Khun Chang Khun Phan." His works have been celebrated as masterpieces of Thai literature and have had a lasting impact on the country's cultural heritage.

Another notable figure with the KHON surname was Phra KHON-KAEN (1711-1785), a prominent Buddhist monk and scholar who lived during the late Ayutthaya and early Rattanakosin periods. He was highly regarded for his knowledge of Buddhist scripture and his contributions to the preservation and promotion of Thai cultural traditions.

As the centuries passed, the KHON surname continued to be carried by individuals from various walks of life, including artists, scholars, and political figures. Some examples include the renowned Thai artist Chakrabhand KHON-THAI (1837-1908), who was renowned for his intricate and detailed paintings depicting scenes from Thai literature and history.

While the surname KHON has its roots in Thailand, it has also been adopted by individuals of Thai descent living in other parts of the world, such as the United States, Australia, and various European countries. The name has become a symbol of Thai cultural identity and a testament to the rich history and traditions of the Thai people.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Khon

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

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

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