About Khou
The surname Khou is of Chinese origin and is derived from the Cantonese romanization of the Chinese character "侯" (Hóu). It is a relatively common surname in China and is also found among Chinese communities around the world. The character "侯" has multiple meanings, including "marquis" or "nobleman," suggesting that the surname Khou may have originally been associated with individuals of high social status or noble lineage. However, it is important to note that surnames can have various origins and meanings, and individual family histories may provide more specific insights into the meaning of the surname Khou for particular individuals or lineages.
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The surname Khou is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Khou based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Khou is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Khou in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Khou using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.