History
The district was created in 1917 as a minor district (King Amphoe) by splitting it from the district Bang Kruai and Bang Bua Thong. In 1921 it was elevated to full district status. Originally named Bang Mae Nang, on October 19 1930 it was renamed to Bang Yai, the original name of the district Bang Kruai.
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