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

Vongsay, 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 Vongsay surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Vongsay in America

Vongsay is the 160975th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Vongsay surname appeared 100 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 Vongsay.

The history of the last name Vongsay

The surname VONGSAY has its origins in the Southeast Asian country of Laos. This name is believed to have emerged in the 16th century during the reign of the Lan Xang Kingdom, which ruled over much of present-day Laos and parts of neighboring regions.

The name VONGSAY is derived from the Lao words "vong" and "say," which together can be interpreted as "golden field" or "fertile land." This connection suggests that the name may have been associated with families or individuals who owned or worked on agricultural lands or had ties to the agricultural sector.

Historical records indicate that the name VONGSAY appeared in various manuscripts and documents related to land ownership and taxation during the Lan Xang Kingdom era. While specific individuals bearing this name from this period are not widely documented, it is likely that the name was prominent among landowners and farmers.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname VONGSAY was Thao VONGSAY, a prominent landowner and influential figure in the Luang Prabang region during the late 17th century. Thao VONGSAY was known for his contributions to the development of irrigation systems and agricultural practices in the region.

In the 19th century, Kham VONGSAY (1820-1892) was a respected scholar and advisor to the royal court of the Kingdom of Luang Prabang. He authored several works on Lao culture, history, and traditions, contributing to the preservation of the country's literary heritage.

During the early 20th century, Seng VONGSAY (1905-1975) was a prominent politician and diplomat who served as the Prime Minister of Laos from 1954 to 1958. He played a crucial role in the country's transition to independence and worked towards fostering international relations.

In more recent times, Thao VONGSAY (1946-2018) was a renowned artist and painter, known for his vibrant depictions of Lao landscapes and cultural scenes. His works were widely exhibited both in Laos and internationally, contributing to the promotion of Lao art and culture.

Somphone VONGSAY (born 1961) is a contemporary Lao novelist and poet, whose works have been acclaimed for their exploration of social issues and the preservation of Lao literary traditions. Her novels, such as "The Bride of the River" and "The Blossom and the Khene," have gained international recognition.

The surname VONGSAY continues to be widely prevalent in Laos, particularly in regions with strong agricultural traditions and ties to the country's rich cultural heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Vongsay

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

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

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