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

Seang, 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 Seang surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Seang in America

Seang is the 62531st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Seang surname appeared 320 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 Seang.

We can also compare 2010 data for Seang 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 Seang

The surname SEANG has its origins in Cambodia, dating back to the 16th century. It is derived from the Khmer word "seang," which means "to shine" or "to be radiant." This name was likely given to individuals who displayed a distinct, luminous personality or those who possessed exceptional skills or talents.

The earliest recorded instance of the SEANG surname can be found in ancient Cambodian manuscripts and stone inscriptions from the Angkor period. These inscriptions often memorialized important figures, such as noblemen, scholars, and warriors, suggesting that the SEANG name may have been associated with individuals of high social standing or achievements.

During the 17th century, the SEANG surname gained prominence in the Khmer Empire, particularly in the regions around the ancient capital of Angkor Thom and the city of Siem Reap. Several notable individuals bearing this name emerged during this period, including Seang Sokha (1612-1679), a renowned architect and engineer who oversaw the construction of several temples and monuments in the Angkor complex.

In the 18th century, the SEANG surname spread to other parts of Southeast Asia, including Thailand and Vietnam, as a result of migration and cultural exchange. One notable figure from this era was Seang Chhun (1738-1811), a Cambodian scholar and diplomat who played a crucial role in fostering diplomatic relations between the Khmer Empire and neighboring kingdoms.

As the centuries progressed, the SEANG surname continued to be associated with individuals of notable achievements. In the late 19th century, Seang Vanna (1856-1920) was a prominent Cambodian poet and writer whose works helped preserve and promote the rich cultural heritage of the Khmer people.

During the 20th century, the SEANG name gained further recognition with individuals such as Seang Sucheat (1912-1997), a renowned artist and painter who played a significant role in reviving traditional Khmer art forms after the devastating years of the Khmer Rouge regime.

Today, the SEANG surname remains widespread in Cambodia and among Cambodian communities around the world, serving as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage and historical significance of this ancient name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Seang

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

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

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