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

Trieu, 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 Trieu surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Trieu in America

Trieu is the 9426th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Trieu surname appeared 3,451 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Trieu.

We can also compare 2010 data for Trieu 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 Trieu

The surname Trieu is believed to have originated in Vietnam, with its roots dating back to the ancient kingdom of Champa, which flourished between the 7th and 19th centuries. The name is derived from the Vietnamese word "Triệu," which means "dynasty" or "imperial." This suggests that the surname may have been initially bestowed upon individuals with ties to the ruling class or royal lineage.

One of the earliest recorded references to the name Trieu can be found in the annals of the Champa Kingdom, where it was associated with several prominent figures from the ruling dynasties. For instance, the legendary King Trieu Dat, who ruled Champa in the 5th century, is often mentioned in historical texts as a formidable leader and warrior.

As the Champa Kingdom expanded its influence across modern-day Central and Southern Vietnam, the name Trieu likely spread to other regions. Notably, the city of Trieu Khuc, located in the present-day Quang Ngai Province, bears a striking resemblance to the surname, indicating a possible connection to a historical place name or settlement.

In the later centuries, the Trieu surname gained prominence during the Ly and Tran dynasties, which ruled Vietnam from the 11th to the 14th centuries. Several notable figures bearing the name Trieu emerged during this period, including Trieu Van Tac (1186-1258), a revered Confucian scholar and statesman who served as a royal tutor and advisor to several emperors.

Another prominent figure was Trieu Tung Lo (1230-1291), a celebrated military strategist and general who played a crucial role in defending Vietnam against the Mongol invasions in the late 13th century. His valor and leadership skills earned him a place in the annals of Vietnamese history as a national hero.

The surname Trieu also gained recognition in the realm of literature and poetry. Trieu Nu Nguyet Nga (1311-1390), a renowned poetess and scholar from the Tran Dynasty, is widely celebrated for her contributions to Vietnamese literary and cultural heritage.

In more recent times, the Trieu surname has continued to be associated with notable individuals. Trieu Thi Trinh (1842-1886), a revered female warrior and leader of the resistance against French colonialism in the late 19th century, is remembered as a symbol of Vietnamese patriotism and resilience.

It is worth noting that while the surname Trieu has its roots in Vietnam, it has also gained recognition in other parts of the world, particularly among the Vietnamese diaspora communities. However, the historical origins and significance of the name remain deeply rooted in the rich cultural tapestry of Vietnam.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Trieu

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

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

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