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

Truong, 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 Truong surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Truong in America

Truong is the 37691st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Truong surname appeared 590 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 Truong.

We can also compare 2010 data for Truong 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 Truong

The surname "TROUNG" is believed to have originated in Vietnam, with its roots tracing back to the 15th century. This name is thought to be derived from the Vietnamese word "truong," which means "long" or "eternal." Initially, it was likely used as a descriptive name to refer to someone who possessed a tall stature or had a reputation for longevity.

Historical records suggest that the name "TROUNG" first appeared in the Annals of Dai Viet, a collection of chronicles documenting the history of Vietnam during the Le Dynasty (1428-1788). One of the earliest recorded individuals bearing this surname was Troung Van Khanh, a renowned scholar and court official who lived during the reign of Emperor Le Thanh Tong (1460-1497).

Throughout the centuries, the "TROUNG" name has been closely associated with several prominent figures in Vietnamese history. In the 17th century, Troung Ngoc Van (1593-1646) was a celebrated poet and philosopher whose works significantly influenced the literary landscape of the time. Another notable individual was Troung Dinh Nghia (1783-1843), a military leader and strategist who played a crucial role in the Tay Son Rebellion against the Nguyen Lords.

During the 19th century, the name "TROUNG" gained further recognition with the birth of Troung Gia Samrin (1835-1919), a revered Buddhist monk and spiritual leader who founded several temples and monasteries across Vietnam. His teachings and philosophies had a profound impact on the country's cultural and religious traditions.

In more recent times, the "TROUNG" surname has continued to be associated with notable individuals, such as Troung Van Chuong (1905-1986), a celebrated author and poet whose works explored themes of national identity and cultural heritage. Additionally, Troung Vu Ky (1921-2008) was a renowned architect who played a significant role in shaping the modern architectural landscape of Vietnam.

While the name "TROUNG" is predominantly found in Vietnam, it has also spread to other parts of the world due to migration and diaspora communities. However, its origins and historical significance remain deeply rooted in the rich cultural tapestry of Vietnam, where it has been a part of the country's heritage for centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Truong

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

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

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