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

Sunsin, 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 Sunsin surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sunsin in America

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

The Sunsin 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 Sunsin.

The history of the last name Sunsin

The surname SUNSIN originated in Korea during the Goryeo dynasty, which lasted from 918 to 1392 AD. It is believed to have derived from the Korean words "sun" meaning "pure" and "sin" meaning "truth" or "faith." The name was likely given to individuals who were considered virtuous and truthful.

One of the earliest known bearers of the SUNSIN surname was Yi Sun-sin, a renowned Korean naval commander who lived from 1545 to 1598. He is celebrated for his victory against the Japanese navy during the Imjin War, where his innovative tactics and turtle ships played a crucial role in repelling the invaders.

Records from the Joseon dynasty, which followed the Goryeo period, show the SUNSIN name appearing in various historical documents and archives. It is also believed to have been associated with certain regions or towns in Korea, although the exact locations are uncertain.

Another notable person with the SUNSIN surname was Sunsin Kim, a Korean painter and calligrapher who lived during the 18th century. He was known for his ink paintings and his contributions to the development of Korean calligraphy.

In the 19th century, a Korean scholar and writer named SUNSIN Lee gained recognition for his works on Korean history and culture. He is considered one of the pioneers of modern Korean literature and played a significant role in preserving and disseminating traditional Korean knowledge.

During the 20th century, SUNSIN Park was a prominent South Korean politician who served as the Prime Minister of South Korea from 1988 to 1990. He was instrumental in the country's transition to democracy and played a key role in the successful hosting of the 1988 Summer Olympics in Seoul.

While the SUNSIN surname is primarily associated with Korea, it is possible that variations or similar-sounding names may have existed in other parts of the world due to migration or cultural exchange. However, the specific origins and historical significance of the name outside of Korea are not well documented.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sunsin

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

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

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