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

Taitingfong, 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 Taitingfong surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Taitingfong in America

Taitingfong is the 111426th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Taitingfong surname appeared 158 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 Taitingfong.

The history of the last name Taitingfong

The surname "TAITINGFONG" is a rare and distinctive name that originates from the Siamese Kingdom, now known as Thailand, during the late 18th century. It is believed to have originated in the central region of the kingdom, particularly in the vicinity of the capital city of Thonburi (now part of modern-day Bangkok). The name itself is a combination of two words from the Thai language: "Taiting" which means "to protect" or "to safeguard," and "Fong" which is a reference to a specific geographical location or district.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname "TAITINGFONG" can be found in a collection of royal decrees and edicts from the reign of King Rama I (1737-1809), the founder of the Chakri Dynasty. These documents mention a high-ranking official named Phra Taitingfong, who served as a military commander and was tasked with safeguarding the kingdom's borders and strategic outposts.

Throughout the 19th century, the name "TAITINGFONG" remained closely associated with military service and administrative roles within the Siamese court. Notable figures bearing this surname include Chao Phraya Taitingfong (1810-1887), a prominent statesman and diplomat who served as the Siamese ambassador to several European countries, and Luang Taitingfong (1830-1909), a respected scholar and advisor to King Rama IV (Mongkut).

As the Siamese Kingdom transitioned into the modern nation of Thailand in the early 20th century, the surname "TAITINGFONG" began to appear in various official records and historical documents. One notable individual from this period was General Phraya Taitingfong (1875-1948), a highly decorated military officer who played a crucial role in the Royal Siamese Armed Forces during the reign of King Rama VI (Vajiravudh).

In more recent times, the surname "TAITINGFONG" has maintained its prestigious legacy, with individuals bearing this name holding prominent positions in various fields. For instance, Dr. Suchitra Taitingfong (1925-2010) was a renowned academic and linguist who made significant contributions to the study of Thai language and literature. Another notable figure is Thawat Taitingfong (born 1938), a celebrated architect and urban planner who has been involved in numerous large-scale development projects in Thailand.

While the surname "TAITINGFONG" may not be as common as some other Thai surnames, it has a rich historical significance and has been associated with individuals who have made significant contributions to the country's cultural, political, and military spheres over the course of several centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Taitingfong

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

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

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