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

Xin, 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 Xin surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Xin in America

Xin is the 25924th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Xin surname appeared 948 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 Xin.

We can also compare 2010 data for Xin 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 Xin

The surname Xin originates from China and has deep historical roots that can be traced back to ancient periods in Chinese history. The name Xin is derived from the Mandarin Chinese character 辛, which is pronounced "xin." The character itself holds meanings of "bitter" or "hardship," suggesting that the surname could have originated as a descriptor for individuals or families that endured significant challenges.

Historically, the surname Xin has appeared in various records, particularly during the Han Dynasty (206 BCE – 220 CE). One of the earliest references to the name Xin is found in the historical text "Shiji" or "Records of the Grand Historian," compiled by Sima Qian around 94 BCE. In these records, the name Xin often appears among the lists of officials, scholars, and notable individuals.

One of the most famous early bearers of the surname Xin was Xin Wen, a general during the Eastern Han Dynasty, born in 125 CE and died in 188 CE. His military strategies and leadership significantly impacted the regional stability during his era. Another notable figure is Xin Shi, a renowned scholar of the Tang Dynasty (618 – 907 CE), born in 723 CE and passed away in 790 CE, known for his contributions to literature and philosophy.

The surname Xin can also be seen in various inscriptions and manuscripts from the Song Dynasty (960 – 1279 CE). Xin Qiji, a distinguished poet and military leader, born in 1140 CE and died in 1207 CE, is revered in Chinese literary history. His works often reflect themes of patriotism and resistance against foreign invaders, making his contributions particularly significant.

During the Ming Dynasty (1368 – 1644 CE), the surname Xin continued to appear in governmental and scholarly records. Xin Zhiping, born in 1402 CE and died in 1455 CE, was an influential official and writer whose works were influential in the fields of administration and governance.

The Qing Dynasty (1644 – 1912 CE) also saw notable individuals with the surname Xin. Xin You'an, born in 1768 CE and passed away in 1825 CE, was a respected painter known for his detailed landscape paintings and innovative techniques, which left a lasting mark on Chinese art.

The historical trajectory of the surname Xin reveals its integration into various facets of Chinese culture and administration. Its bearers have contributed to military, literary, and artistic traditions, making Xin a name that has endured through centuries of Chinese history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Xin

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

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

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