Choeung

Choeung is a Cambodian surname of Khmer origin. The surname is commonly found among the Khmer people, who are the majority ethnic group in Cambodia. Choeung is derived from the Khmer language and is believed to be an adaptation of the surname Choung or Oeung, which is also found in other parts of Southeast Asia.

The name Choeung is thought to be associated with the Khmer word for "new" or "new place." In some cases, the surname may also be related to the Khmer word for "village" or "settlement." The surname Choeung is also found among descendants of the Khmer Empire, who were the dominant power in Southeast Asia from the 9th to the 15th centuries.

Many people with the surname Choeung live in Cambodia, but it is also found in other countries with significant Khmer diaspora populations, including the United States, France, and Australia. The surname is often encountered in the provinces of Kampong Cham, Kampong Speu, and Kandal, where the Khmer people are predominantly found.

Choeung is a relatively common surname in Cambodia and is often found in rural areas, where the Khmer people traditionally resided. The family name may also be found in the names of villages, towns, and cities throughout the country. Despite the various meanings and associations of the name, Choeung remains a widely recognized and respected surname among the Khmer people.