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

Manivong, 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 Manivong surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Manivong in America

Manivong is the 34916th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Manivong surname appeared 646 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 Manivong.

We can also compare 2010 data for Manivong 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 Manivong

The surname "MANIVONG" is of Lao origin, originating from the Laotian people in Southeast Asia. The name can be traced back to the 13th century, when the Lan Xang Kingdom was established in present-day Laos.

The name "MANIVONG" is believed to be derived from the Lao words "mani" meaning "gem" or "precious stone," and "vong" meaning "circle" or "round." This combination suggests that the name may have initially referred to a person who worked with or traded in precious stones or jewelry.

Historical records from the Lan Xang Kingdom mention individuals with the surname "MANIVONG" holding prominent positions in the royal court or as skilled artisans. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name is found in a 14th-century manuscript detailing the reign of King Fa Ngum, where a "Thao Manivong" is mentioned as a trusted adviser.

In the 17th century, a notable figure named Thao Manivong Phoumsavath played a significant role in the defense of Vientiane, the capital of the Lan Xang Kingdom, during a series of conflicts with neighboring kingdoms. His bravery and leadership earned him recognition in historical accounts of the time.

Another prominent individual with the surname "MANIVONG" was Thao Manivong Khampheng, a renowned architect and craftsman who oversaw the construction of several significant temples and monuments in Luang Prabang during the 18th century. His works, such as the Wat Xieng Thong and the Royal Palace, are now considered cultural treasures of Laos.

In the 19th century, a member of the Manivong family, Thao Manivong Souvannarath, served as a high-ranking official and diplomat in the court of King Anouvong. He played a crucial role in negotiating treaties and maintaining diplomatic relations with neighboring kingdoms and European powers.

Throughout history, the surname "MANIVONG" has been associated with individuals of notable status, skill, and contribution to the cultural and political landscape of Laos. While the name may have originated from a trade or craft, it has since become a respected and prominent surname within the Lao community.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Manivong

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

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

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