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

Theng, 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 Theng surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Theng in America

Theng is the 103181st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Theng surname appeared 174 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 Theng.

We can also compare 2010 data for Theng 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 Theng

The surname THENG is believed to have originated in Thailand, with roots dating back to the 14th century. It is derived from the Thai word "theng," which means "gold" or "shining," suggesting that the name may have been given to individuals associated with the trade or craftsmanship of gold.

In the early records of the Ayutthaya Kingdom, which ruled over much of present-day Thailand from the 14th to the 18th century, there are mentions of individuals with the surname THENG. One notable example is Phra Theng, a revered Buddhist monk and scholar who lived during the reign of King Narai in the 17th century.

The name THENG also appears in ancient Thai manuscripts and inscriptions, often associated with noble families or individuals of high social standing. One such record is the Ramkhamhaeng Inscription, a stone inscription from the 13th century that mentions a individual named Theng Phra Maha Uparat, who held a prominent position in the kingdom.

In the 18th century, during the reign of King Rama I, the founder of the Chakri Dynasty, a notable figure named Theng Bunnakit served as a high-ranking official and military commander. He played a significant role in the establishment of the new capital, Bangkok.

Another prominent individual with the surname THENG was Theng Sahasamut, a renowned poet and scholar who lived in the 19th century. His literary works, including his epic poem "Khun Chang Khun Phan," are considered masterpieces of Thai literature.

In the early 20th century, Theng Bunnag was a prominent politician and diplomat who served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs for Thailand. He played a crucial role in negotiating treaties and establishing diplomatic relations with various countries.

While the surname THENG has its roots in Thailand, it has also spread to other parts of Southeast Asia and beyond due to migration and intermarriage. However, the historical records and examples mentioned above highlight the significance of this surname in Thai culture and history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Theng

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

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

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