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

Phomsopha, 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 Phomsopha surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Phomsopha in America

Phomsopha is the 129047th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Phomsopha surname appeared 132 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 Phomsopha.

We can also compare 2010 data for Phomsopha 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 Phomsopha

The surname PHOMSOPHA originates from Laos, a landlocked country in Southeast Asia. It is believed to have emerged during the 14th century, when the Lao Kingdom of Lan Xang was established. The name is derived from the Lao language and is thought to be a combination of two words, "phom" meaning "I" and "sopha" meaning "pure" or "clean."

In the early days of the Lao Kingdom, surnames were not commonly used, and people were often identified by their given names or nicknames. However, as the kingdom grew and expanded, the need for more formal identification arose, leading to the adoption of surnames. PHOMSOPHA is believed to have been one of the earliest surnames to emerge in this region.

Historical records from the Lao Kingdom are scarce, but some of the earliest mentions of the surname PHOMSOPHA can be found in ancient manuscripts and chronicles dating back to the 16th and 17th centuries. These documents often recorded important events, royal decrees, and genealogies of noble families.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname PHOMSOPHA was Phomsopha Khampha, a revered Buddhist monk who lived in the late 16th century. He was renowned for his teachings and contributions to the spread of Buddhism in the region. Another notable figure was Phomsopha Vongsa, a prominent scholar and writer who lived in the 17th century and authored several works on Lao history and culture.

In the 18th century, the PHOMSOPHA surname gained further prominence with the rise of Phomsopha Chao Nyo, a powerful military leader and governor who played a significant role in the unification of the Lao Kingdom. His descendants continued to hold influential positions within the royal court and administration for several generations.

During the 19th century, as the Lao Kingdom faced increasing pressure from neighboring powers, the PHOMSOPHA name was associated with several prominent figures involved in the resistance against foreign domination. One such individual was Phomsopha Vongvichit, a renowned diplomat and negotiator who represented Laos in various international forums.

The 20th century saw the PHOMSOPHA surname spread beyond the borders of Laos, with many individuals bearing this name migrating to other countries in Southeast Asia and around the world. One notable example is Phomsopha Sengamphan, a respected artist and sculptor who gained international recognition for his works depicting Lao culture and traditions.

Throughout its history, the PHOMSOPHA surname has been associated with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including royalty, scholars, religious leaders, military figures, and artists. While the name has evolved and spread over the centuries, it remains deeply rooted in the rich cultural heritage of Laos.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Phomsopha

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

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

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