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

Saephanh, 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 Saephanh surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Saephanh in America

Saephanh is the 30600th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Saephanh surname appeared 762 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 Saephanh.

We can also compare 2010 data for Saephanh 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 Saephanh

The surname SAEPHANH is of Laotian origin, originating from the region that is now known as Laos. It is believed to have roots dating back to the 14th century, when the Lane Xang Kingdom was established in what is now modern-day Laos.

The name SAEPHANH is derived from the Lao language, with the word "saep" meaning "silk" and "hanh" meaning "weaver" or "maker." This suggests that the name was likely associated with those involved in the silk-weaving industry, which was an important trade in the region during that time period.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the surname SAEPHANH can be found in a local village census from the late 15th century, where a family with the surname is listed as residing in the Luang Prabang region of Laos. This region was known for its silk production and trade, further reinforcing the connection between the name and the silk-weaving industry.

In the 17th century, a notable figure named Thao SAEPHANH was a respected silk merchant and trader who established trade routes between Laos and neighboring regions. His success in the silk trade helped to further establish the SAEPHANH name as a prominent surname in the region.

Another individual of note was Boun SAEPHANH, a 19th-century silk weaver and artisan who was renowned for his intricate and beautiful silk textiles. His works were highly sought after by local nobility and even gained recognition beyond the borders of Laos.

In the 20th century, a prominent figure with the surname SAEPHANH was Khampheng SAEPHANH, who was a respected educator and advocate for preserving traditional Lao cultural practices, including silk weaving. He played a significant role in promoting and preserving the art of silk weaving in Laos.

Throughout its history, the surname SAEPHANH has maintained a strong connection to the silk-weaving industry and the cultural heritage of Laos. While its usage may have evolved over time, the name continues to carry the legacy of its origins as a surname closely tied to the ancient art of silk production.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Saephanh

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

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

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