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

Thlang, 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 Thlang surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Thlang in America

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

The Thlang 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 Thlang.

The history of the last name Thlang

The surname THLANG is of Thai origin, with its roots traced back to the central region of Thailand during the 16th century. The name is believed to have derived from the ancient Thai word "thlong," which referred to a particular breed of cattle or water buffalo commonly found in the region.

Historical records indicate that the earliest known bearers of the THLANG surname were farmers and cattle breeders in the provinces surrounding the ancient capital of Ayutthaya. The name likely arose as a way to distinguish these individuals based on their occupation or association with the "thlong" cattle.

One of the earliest documented references to the THLANG surname can be found in a royal tax record from the reign of King Narai in the late 17th century. This record lists several families with the THLANG surname residing in the village of Ban Pho, located along the Chao Phraya River.

During the 18th century, the THLANG name gained prominence as several notable figures emerged. Luang Thlang Nakhon, a respected scholar and advisor to King Rama I, played a crucial role in the establishment of the Rattanakosin Kingdom in the late 1700s. Another individual, Chao Thlang Phitsanulok, was a renowned military commander who served under King Rama III in the early 19th century.

As the centuries passed, the THLANG surname spread throughout Thailand, with families bearing this name settling in various regions. One notable figure was Phra Thlang Ratchakarun, a revered Buddhist monk and scholar who lived during the late 19th century and authored several influential texts on Thai literature and philosophy.

In more recent times, the THLANG surname has continued to be associated with individuals of significance. Sompong Thlang, born in 1922, was a celebrated artist and sculptor whose works are widely exhibited in galleries across Thailand. Additionally, Kittisak Thlang, born in 1958, is a prominent business leader and philanthropist, known for his contributions to various charitable organizations.

While the THLANG surname may have originated from humble beginnings, its rich history and association with notable figures have solidified its place in Thai culture and society.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Thlang

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

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

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