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

Tamang, 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 Tamang surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tamang in America

Tamang is the 23100th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tamang surname appeared 1,105 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 Tamang.

We can also compare 2010 data for Tamang 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 Tamang

The surname Tamang is of Nepali origin, traced back to the Tamang people, an indigenous ethnic group predominantly residing in the hills and mountainous regions of Nepal. The name is believed to have originated during the medieval period, when the Tamang communities established their presence in the central and eastern parts of the country.

The etymology of the name Tamang is shrouded in some uncertainty, but it is widely believed to be derived from the Tibetan word "Tam," meaning "horse," and the suffix "ang," which signifies "people" or "tribe." This suggests that the Tamang people may have been associated with horse breeding or horse trading in their early history.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the Tamang name can be found in the chronicles of Prithvi Narayan Shah, the founder of modern Nepal, who unified the various principalities in the late 18th century. His writings refer to the Tamang people as a distinct ethnic group inhabiting the hills of the Kathmandu Valley and surrounding regions.

Notable individuals bearing the Tamang surname include Lal Bahadur Tamang, a renowned Nepali poet and writer who lived from 1934 to 2014. His works, which explored themes of identity, culture, and social issues, earned him numerous accolades, including the prestigious Tribhuvan Rashtriya Mala award.

Another prominent figure is Pemba Tamang, a celebrated mountaineer and guide who summited Mount Everest multiple times between 1994 and 2009. His expertise and bravery in leading expeditions through treacherous Himalayan terrain have earned him recognition worldwide.

In the realm of politics, Bidhya Devi Tamang, born in 1941, made history by becoming the first female member of the Constituent Assembly of Nepal in 2008. Her advocacy for women's rights and representation in governance has been instrumental in shaping Nepal's political landscape.

Ang Tsering Tamang, born in 1954, is a renowned artist and sculptor whose works have been exhibited globally. His intricate carvings and sculptures, often depicting traditional Tamang motifs and cultural themes, have brought international acclaim to Nepali art.

Lastly, Chhiring Tamang, born in 1967, is a distinguished Nepali actor and filmmaker who has received critical acclaim for his roles in both Nepali and international productions. His powerful performances have shed light on the rich cultural heritage and experiences of the Tamang community.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tamang

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

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

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