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

Tuang, 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 Tuang surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tuang in America

Tuang is the 154907th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tuang surname appeared 105 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 Tuang.

The history of the last name Tuang

The surname TUANG is believed to have originated from China, with its earliest known roots dating back to the 12th century. It is thought to be derived from the Chinese word "tuàng," which means "to lead" or "to guide." This suggests that the name may have been bestowed upon individuals who held leadership positions or acted as guides within their communities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name TUANG can be found in the historic annals of the Song Dynasty (960-1279). These ancient texts mention a prominent figure named Tuang Zhongxiu, a military commander who played a pivotal role in defending the imperial capital against invading forces during the latter part of the 12th century.

The name TUANG also appears in various local records and genealogical documents from the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). These records indicate that the surname was particularly prevalent in the southeastern coastal regions of China, such as Fujian and Guangdong provinces.

During the 16th century, a renowned scholar and calligrapher named Tuang Qiuhai (1529-1612) gained widespread recognition for his contributions to the arts and literature. His works are still celebrated and studied by scholars and enthusiasts of Chinese calligraphy to this day.

In the 18th century, a notable figure named Tuang Yingxing (1682-1766) emerged as a pioneering inventor and author. His seminal work, titled "The Exploitation of the Works of Nature," is considered one of the earliest comprehensive treatises on Chinese agriculture, handicrafts, and industry.

Another prominent individual bearing the surname TUANG was Tuang Guichen (1798-1868), a highly respected military leader and statesman who served as a viceroy in various provinces during the late Qing Dynasty. His efforts in modernizing the imperial forces and suppressing the Taiping Rebellion earned him a place in Chinese history.

While the surname TUANG may have originated in China, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and cultural exchange. However, its earliest known roots and most significant historical figures can be traced back to the ancient dynasties and annals of China.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tuang

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

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

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