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

Phuyel, 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 Phuyel surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Phuyel in America

Phuyel is the 118185th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Phuyel surname appeared 147 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 Phuyel.

The history of the last name Phuyel

The surname PHUYEL has its origins in the Himalayan region of Nepal, specifically in the mountainous Phuyel region located in the western part of the country. The name can be traced back to the 13th century, when it was first recorded in local village records and land ownership documents.

The name PHUYEL is believed to have derived from the Tibetan word "phuyel," which means "high mountain pass" or "elevated path." This linguistic connection suggests that the earliest bearers of this surname were likely inhabitants of the high-altitude regions of western Nepal, possibly engaged in trade or travel along the treacherous mountain passes.

One of the earliest known references to the PHUYEL name can be found in the chronicles of the renowned Tibetan Buddhist scholar and traveler, Lama Tsongkhapa, who documented his encounters with locals during his journey through the Himalayas in the early 15th century. He mentioned meeting individuals with the surname PHUYEL, indicating the name's presence in the region during that time period.

In the 16th century, the PHUYEL name appeared in a collection of land ownership records maintained by the local rulers of the Mustang region in western Nepal. These records documented several families with the PHUYEL surname, suggesting their longstanding presence and influence in the area.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the PHUYEL surname. One such figure was Tenzin PHUYEL (1620-1687), a respected Buddhist scholar and teacher from the Mustang region, renowned for his contributions to the preservation and dissemination of ancient Buddhist texts.

Another prominent PHUYEL was Karma PHUYEL (1765-1832), a skilled architect and builder who oversaw the construction of several significant monasteries and temples in the Himalayan region, including the famous Boudhanath Stupa in Kathmandu.

In the 19th century, Lha PHUYEL (1810-1878) gained recognition as a skilled trader and entrepreneur, establishing trade routes and facilitating the exchange of goods between Nepal and neighboring regions, including Tibet and India.

Jigme PHUYEL (1875-1946) was a respected local leader and community organizer in the Mustang region, known for his efforts in promoting education and agricultural development among the local population.

More recently, Tashi PHUYEL (1920-2005) gained prominence as a celebrated mountain guide and explorer, leading numerous expeditions to some of the highest peaks in the Himalayas, including Mount Everest.

While the PHUYEL surname may have originated in a specific geographic region, it has since spread to other parts of Nepal and beyond, carried by individuals who have migrated or established roots in new locations. However, its roots remain firmly embedded in the rich cultural and historical tapestry of the Himalayan region, a testament to the resilience and adaptability of this ancient name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Phuyel

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

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

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