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

Voravong, 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 Voravong surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Voravong in America

Voravong is the 97210th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Voravong surname appeared 187 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 Voravong.

We can also compare 2010 data for Voravong 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 Voravong

The surname VORAVONG originated in Laos, a landlocked country in Southeast Asia. It traces its roots back to the 14th century during the reign of the Lan Xang Kingdom, one of the largest empires in the region at the time. The name is believed to be derived from the Lao language, with "vora" meaning "gold" and "vong" meaning "circle" or "halo," possibly referring to a golden halo or crown associated with royalty or nobility.

In the 16th century, the VORAVONG name appeared in ancient Lao manuscripts and chronicles, indicating its significance in the region's history. One notable reference is the Phra Lak Phra Lam, a collection of royal edicts and laws from the Lan Xang Kingdom, where the name VORAVONG was mentioned in connection with royal decrees and land grants.

The earliest recorded individuals with the VORAVONG surname include Chao Voravong, a prominent minister and advisor to King Photisarath (1520-1550) of the Lan Xang Kingdom. Another was Nang Voravong, a revered queen consort of King Souligna Vongsa (1638-1694) during the later years of the Lan Xang Kingdom.

In the 19th century, the VORAVONG name was associated with the ancient city of Vientiane, the capital of modern-day Laos. Prince Khantharavong (1810-1870), a member of the Lao royal family, was a notable figure who played a crucial role in the city's governance and cultural preservation.

As Laos transitioned into the 20th century, the VORAVONG name continued to hold significance. One prominent individual was Thao Voravong (1905-1975), a pioneering educator and writer who contributed to the development of the Lao language and literature. Another was Khampheng Voravong (1920-2000), a renowned artist and sculptor whose works celebrated Lao culture and traditions.

Throughout history, the VORAVONG surname has been closely tied to the rich cultural heritage of Laos, reflecting the country's royal lineages, artistic traditions, and literary achievements. While the name may have evolved in spelling or pronunciation over time, it remains a testament to the enduring legacy of Lao history and identity.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Voravong

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

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

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