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

Souvannarath, 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 Souvannarath surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Souvannarath in America

Souvannarath is the 69170th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Souvannarath surname appeared 284 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 Souvannarath.

We can also compare 2010 data for Souvannarath 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 Souvannarath

The surname "SOUVANNARATH" has its origins in Laos, a country located in Southeast Asia. It is derived from the Lao language, which is a member of the Tai-Kadai language family.

The name "SOUVANNARATH" is a combination of two Lao words: "souvanna," meaning "gold," and "rath," meaning "chariot" or "vehicle." Together, the name can be roughly translated as "golden chariot" or "vehicle of gold."

In Lao culture, gold has long been associated with wealth, prosperity, and spiritual purity. The chariot or vehicle symbolism may have connections to ancient Lao mythology or religious traditions, where chariots or vehicles were considered sacred means of transportation for deities or revered figures.

Historical records of the name "SOUVANNARATH" can be traced back to the 14th century during the reign of the Lan Xang Kingdom, one of the largest and most influential kingdoms in the region at the time. The name is believed to have been borne by members of the royal family or nobility, as it was common for noble families to adopt names with auspicious meanings.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname "SOUVANNARATH" was Prince Souvannarath, who lived in the 16th century and was a prominent military leader during the Lan Xang Kingdom's expansion. He played a significant role in the kingdom's conquests and territorial acquisitions.

Another notable figure was Phaya Souvannarath, a revered Buddhist monk who lived in the 17th century and was highly regarded for his teachings and contributions to the spread of Buddhism in Laos and neighboring regions.

In the 19th century, Nang Souvannarath, a female poet and writer, gained recognition for her literary works that celebrated Lao culture and traditions.

Khamla Souvannarath, born in 1920, was a prominent political figure who served as the Prime Minister of Laos from 1975 to 1976, during a period of significant political upheaval and transition in the country.

More recently, Kamlah Souvannarath, born in 1985, is a contemporary Lao artist known for her intricate and vibrant textile designs, which have been exhibited internationally and have received widespread acclaim.

While the surname "SOUVANNARATH" is relatively uncommon outside of Laos, it carries a rich cultural heritage and historical significance within the country, serving as a reminder of the nation's proud past and enduring traditions.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Souvannarath

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

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

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