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

Thammavongsa, 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 Thammavongsa surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Thammavongsa in America

Thammavongsa is the 29422nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Thammavongsa surname appeared 803 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 Thammavongsa.

We can also compare 2010 data for Thammavongsa 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 Thammavongsa

The surname Thammavongsa originates from Thailand, where it was first recorded in the 14th century. It is derived from the Thai words "thamma" meaning "dharma" or the teachings of Buddhism, and "vongsa" meaning "lineage" or "family." Together, the name suggests a family or lineage that followed the Buddhist teachings closely.

In ancient Thai manuscripts and records, variations of the spelling such as "Thamvongsa" and "Thammavongse" can be found. The name was particularly prevalent in the regions around the ancient capitals of Sukhothai and Ayutthaya, where Buddhism flourished.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with this surname was Phra Thammavongsa, a renowned Buddhist monk and scholar who lived in the 16th century during the Ayutthaya Kingdom. He was known for his extensive knowledge of the Buddhist scriptures and his contributions to the preservation of traditional Thai literature.

Another notable figure was Thammavongsa Laksana, a high-ranking government official who served as the Minister of Interior during the reign of King Rama IV in the 19th century. He played a crucial role in the administrative reforms of that era and was renowned for his dedication to upholding Buddhist principles in governance.

In the late 19th century, Thammavongsa Phraya Phitthayalap was a respected educator and author who wrote extensively on Thai history, culture, and Buddhism. His works were instrumental in preserving and promoting traditional Thai knowledge.

During the early 20th century, Thammavongsa Phra Thep Phayu was a revered Buddhist monk who was known for his efforts in spreading Buddhist teachings throughout Thailand and neighboring countries. He established several temples and monasteries, which became centers of learning and spiritual practice.

Another notable figure was Thammavongsa Krom Luang Narisara Nuvadtivongs, a prominent diplomat and statesman who served as the Thai ambassador to several countries in the mid-20th century. He played a crucial role in strengthening Thailand's international relations and promoting its cultural heritage abroad.

While the surname Thammavongsa is not as common today as it was in previous centuries, it remains a respected name in Thailand, closely associated with the country's rich Buddhist heritage and cultural traditions.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Thammavongsa

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

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

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