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

Sayavongsa, 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 Sayavongsa surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sayavongsa in America

Sayavongsa is the 137327th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sayavongsa surname appeared 122 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 Sayavongsa.

The history of the last name Sayavongsa

The surname "SAYAVONGSA" originates from Laos, a country located in Southeast Asia. It is believed to have its roots in the Lao language, with "Saya" potentially meaning "venerable" or "respected," and "Vongsa" likely referring to a prominent family or lineage.

Records of this surname can be traced back to the 16th century during the era of the Lane Xang Kingdom, which ruled over present-day Laos and parts of neighboring regions. The name may have been associated with noble families or individuals of high social standing within the kingdom's hierarchy.

Early written accounts and historical manuscripts from that period, such as the Lao chronicles, may contain references to individuals bearing the surname "SAYAVONGSA." However, due to the limited documentation and preservation efforts of that time, concrete evidence of specific individuals with this name is scarce.

One of the earliest known individuals with the surname "SAYAVONGSA" was Thao Sayavongsa, a prominent military leader and governor who lived in the late 17th century. He played a significant role in defending the kingdom against Siamese invasions and is mentioned in various historical records from that period.

Another notable figure was Phra Sayavongsa, a Buddhist monk and scholar who lived in the 18th century. He is credited with contributing to the preservation and dissemination of traditional Lao literature and religious texts during a time of political turmoil.

In the 19th century, Kham Sayavongsa was a respected nobleman and advisor to the royal court of the Kingdom of Luang Prabang. He is known for his diplomatic efforts in maintaining peaceful relations with neighboring kingdoms and promoting cultural exchange.

During the early 20th century, Boun Oum Sayavongsa was a prominent politician and diplomat who represented Laos in international forums. He played a crucial role in the country's transition to independence from French colonial rule.

More recently, Khamphan Sayavongsa, born in 1941, was a renowned Lao artist and sculptor known for his intricate wood carvings and depictions of traditional Lao culture and mythology. His works have been exhibited internationally and are highly regarded in the art community.

While the surname "SAYAVONGSA" has its origins in Laos, it is not uncommon for individuals with this name to be found in other regions, particularly among the Lao diaspora in countries like Thailand, France, and the United States, where Lao communities have settled over the years.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sayavongsa

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

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

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