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

Phakonekham, 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 Phakonekham surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Phakonekham in America

Phakonekham is the 157234th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Phakonekham surname appeared 103 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 Phakonekham.

The history of the last name Phakonekham

The surname PHAKONEKHAM originates from Laos, a country in Southeast Asia. It is believed to have emerged in the 14th century, during the reign of the Lan Xang Kingdom, which ruled over modern-day Laos from the 14th to the 18th century.

The name PHAKONEKHAM is derived from the Lao language, with "Phakone" meaning "moon" and "kham" meaning "word" or "speech." This combination suggests that the name may have been associated with someone who had a talent for oratory, poetry, or storytelling, perhaps a revered figure in the community renowned for their eloquence.

While records from the Lan Xang Kingdom are scarce, the name PHAKONEKHAM can be traced back to the 16th century, when it appeared in a manuscript detailing the genealogy of a notable family from the ancient city of Vientiane, the present-day capital of Laos.

One of the earliest recorded bearers of the name PHAKONEKHAM was Thao Phakonekham, a revered scholar and poet who lived in the late 16th century. His works were celebrated throughout the kingdom, and he is believed to have served as a court advisor to King Setthathirath, who ruled from 1548 to 1571.

In the 17th century, a prominent figure named Nang Phakonekham emerged as a respected leader in the town of Luang Prabang, which was then the capital of the Lan Xang Kingdom. She was known for her wisdom and diplomacy in resolving conflicts within the community.

During the 18th century, a Buddhist monk named Phra Phakonekham gained renown for his teachings and contributions to the preservation of Lao culture and literature. His writings and sermons were widely disseminated, and he is credited with establishing several temples and monasteries throughout the region.

Another notable bearer of the name was Chao Phakonekham, a military commander who played a significant role in the defense of Vientiane against Siamese (Thai) invaders in the early 19th century. His bravery and strategic leadership were celebrated in local legends and folklores.

As the centuries passed, the PHAKONEKHAM name continued to be associated with scholars, poets, and individuals renowned for their intellect and cultural contributions within the Lao community.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Phakonekham

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

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 Phakonekham 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.

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

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