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

Southivong, 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 Southivong surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Southivong in America

Southivong is the 136449th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Southivong surname appeared 123 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 Southivong.

The history of the last name Southivong

The surname Southivong has its origins in the Southeast Asian country of Laos. It is a Lao name that dates back several centuries. The name is believed to be derived from the Lao words "south" and "vong," which together can be roughly translated as "southern ring" or "southern circle."

Historically, the name Southivong was prominent in the regions surrounding the ancient Lao capital of Vientiane. It is possible that the name originally referred to families or clans residing in the southern part of Vientiane or nearby areas forming a circular or ring-like settlement pattern.

Earliest records of the Southivong name can be traced back to the 16th century during the reign of the Lao Kingdom of Lan Xang. Several Southivong families were known to hold positions of influence and power within the royal court and administrative ranks of the kingdom.

One notable figure bearing the Southivong name was Thao Southivong, a high-ranking official and military commander who served under KingPhotisarath in the late 16th century. He played a pivotal role in the kingdom's defense against Burmese invasions and is mentioned in several historical texts from that period.

Another prominent individual with the Southivong surname was Kham Southivong, a revered Buddhist monk and scholar who lived in the 17th century. He was renowned for his contributions to the preservation and propagation of Lao religious texts and teachings.

In the 18th century, a Southivong family reportedly held significant landholdings and influence in the region around the town of Savannakhet, which was an important trading hub at the time. This family's lineage can be traced through various local records and chronicles.

During the 19th century, a Southivong named Thao Khamphong served as a high-ranking military commander under King Anouvong. He played a crucial role in the Lao resistance against Siamese (Thai) invasions and is widely regarded as a national hero in Laos.

Throughout its history, the Southivong surname has been associated with nobility, religious scholars, military leaders, and influential families in various parts of Laos. While the name has evolved in its spelling and pronunciation over time, its origins and significance remain deeply rooted in the country's cultural and historical landscape.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Southivong

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

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

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