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

Khong, 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 Khong surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Khong in America

Khong is the 24049th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Khong surname appeared 1,048 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 Khong.

We can also compare 2010 data for Khong 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 Khong

The surname KHONG originated in Vietnam during the 15th century. It is believed to have derived from the Chinese word "Xiong" which means "bear" or "brave warrior." The name was likely given to individuals who displayed strength, courage, or a warrior-like spirit.

In ancient Vietnamese records, the name KHONG can be found in various forms of spelling, such as "Khung" or "Khong." These variations were common due to the influence of regional dialects and the adoption of Chinese characters into the Vietnamese language.

One of the earliest documented references to the KHONG surname can be found in the "Đại Việt sử ký toàn thư," a historical text compiled during the 15th century. This work recorded the lives and achievements of notable figures, including individuals bearing the KHONG name.

During the 16th century, a prominent figure known as KHONG Van Vien (1533-1598) gained recognition for his contributions to Vietnamese literature and poetry. He is celebrated as one of the most influential writers of the Lê Dynasty.

In the 18th century, KHONG Dien (1723-1787) was a respected scholar and philosopher who played a significant role in the development of Vietnamese Confucianism. His works and teachings have had a lasting impact on Vietnamese culture.

Another notable figure was KHONG Tu Quynh (1852-1914), a leader of the Đông Kinh Nghĩa Thục movement, which advocated for educational reforms and the modernization of Vietnam during the late 19th century.

During the 20th century, KHONG Dien Hai (1919-1986) was a renowned poet and writer who made significant contributions to Vietnamese literature. His poetry often explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition.

It is worth noting that the KHONG surname was also associated with certain place names in Vietnam, such as the village of Khong Nong in the Quảng Nam province, which may have influenced the spread and adoption of the name in different regions.

While the KHONG surname has a rich history in Vietnam, it has also been found in other parts of Southeast Asia, likely due to migration and cultural exchange. However, its origins and strongest historical ties can be traced back to Vietnam, where it has been a prominent surname for centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Khong

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

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

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