In Thailand, surnames are quite diverse and unique due to a law in 1913 which required each family to adopt a unique surname. Thus, unlike some countries where a few surnames are extremely common, in Thailand, there's a wide array of them. However, some of the more common ones that you might come across are Intaraprasert, Chanthabubpha, Srisomwongse and Kumhom. These surnames often hold cultural and historical significance, depicting the family's lineage, ancestral profession or even geographical details. Would you like to learn about Thai culture in general or perhaps more about their naming practices in particular?
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