There are
3033
Yaus in the USA
Yau is the
10565th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Yau

YauTsai

Yau Tsai was a 19th-century pirate who operated in the South China Sea. He was known for his audacious attacks on merchant ships and his ability to evade capture by the Qing Dynasty authorities.

YauWai-ching

Yau Wai-ching is a Hong Kong activist and politician. She gained international attention when she and another legislator-elect used a derogatory term while taking their oaths of office, leading to their disqualification from the Hong Kong Legislative Council.

Yau-ManChan

Yau-Man Chan is a Malaysian-American computer scientist and reality television contestant. He gained fame as a participant on the reality show Survivor, known for his strategic gameplay and likable personality.

YauShing-tung

Yau Shing-tung is a Chinese mathematician who has made significant contributions to the field of differential geometry. He was awarded the Fields Medal in 1982 for his work on the positive mass conjecture.

YauChung-kin

Yau Chung-kin is a Hong Kong artist known for his innovative contemporary art installations. His works often explore themes of identity, globalization, and consumer culture.

Yau Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Yau has origins in China, particularly in the Guangdong and Guangxi provinces.
Geographic DistributionThe Yau surname is common among the Chinese diaspora, particularly in countries such as Hong Kong, Malaysia, and Singapore.
VariationsVariations of the Yau surname include Liu, Leow, Liu, and Lau.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of individuals with the Yau surname occurred during various periods. Significant migrations happened during the late 19th and early 20th centuries due to economic opportunities and political unrest. Many Yau individuals also migrated to different countries in Southeast Asia and the West in search of better lives and educational prospects.