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

Roeun, 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 Roeun surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Roeun in America

Roeun is the 54055th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Roeun surname appeared 382 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 Roeun.

We can also compare 2010 data for Roeun 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 Roeun

The surname ROEUN is a rare name that originates from the Khmer people of Cambodia. It is believed to have emerged during the ancient Khmer Empire, which ruled much of mainland Southeast Asia from the 9th to the 15th centuries.

The name ROEUN is derived from the Khmer word "roeung," meaning "to rise" or "to ascend." It is thought to have been given to individuals or families who lived in elevated areas or those who achieved a higher social status. Some historians suggest that the name may have been associated with nobility or those who held positions of power within the Khmer Empire.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name ROEUN can be found in the inscriptions at the Angkor Wat temple complex, dating back to the 12th century. These inscriptions mention a high-ranking official named ROEUN Prak, who served as a minister during the reign of King Suryavarman II.

Another notable figure bearing the name ROEUN was a 16th-century Buddhist monk and scholar named ROEUN Khun. He was renowned for his contributions to the preservation and promotion of Khmer literature and culture during a period of political turmoil in the region.

In the 18th century, a prominent Khmer military commander named ROEUN Rit played a significant role in the resistance against the Siamese (Thai) occupation of Cambodia. His bravery and leadership during this period earned him a place in Cambodian history.

A more recent example is ROEUN Sokhon, a Cambodian writer and poet who lived in the early 20th century. His works, which explored themes of love, nature, and Khmer identity, are considered influential in the development of modern Cambodian literature.

Lastly, ROEUN Sarath was a Cambodian diplomat and politician who served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs from 2004 to 2013. He played a crucial role in strengthening Cambodia's international relations and advocating for its interests on the global stage.

While the surname ROEUN may be relatively uncommon outside of Cambodia, it holds a rich history and cultural significance, reflecting the resilience and achievements of the Khmer people throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Roeun

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

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

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