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Thammavong Surname Meaning

Laotian: ornamental name composed of the Lao elements tham ma from the Buddhist term dharma ‘cosmic law and order’ (in Lao also e.g. ‘virtue’).

Tham ma reflects the concept of law and order within the Buddhist framework.

In this context, it signifies a guiding principle or moral standard.

The second element, vong, translates to ‘lineage origin’, connecting personal identity to ancestral roots.

Together, these components create a meaningful name that embodies both spiritual and familial significance.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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