Surname · Thai origin
Bunnag
Meaning
The surname Bunnag means An old noble family name.
Origin
Thai
Type
other
U.S. rank (2010)
#116,835
U.S. bearers (2010)
138
How common is it?
Bunnag ranks #116,835 among U.S. surnames (2010 U.S. Census), recorded for about 138 people.
The origin of the surname Bunnag
Bunnag is a distinguished Thai noble family of Persian-Mon descent.
How Thai surnames work
Thai surnames are a modern invention, introduced by law only in 1913 under King Vajiravudh (Rama VI). By law each family name had to be unique, so Thai surnames are often long, elaborate and drawn from Sanskrit and Pali roots evoking prosperity, virtue or nature. In everyday life Thais are known and addressed by their given name; the surname is secondary.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Bunnag mean?
The surname Bunnag means An old noble family name. Bunnag is a distinguished Thai noble family of Persian-Mon descent.
Where does the surname Bunnag come from?
Bunnag is a surname of Thai origin.
What kind of surname is Bunnag?
Bunnag is a other surname.
How common is the surname Bunnag in the United States?
Bunnag ranks #116,835 among U.S. surnames (2010 U.S. Census), recorded for about 138 people.