Dung Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationzoong / zuŋVietnamese
Meaning
to be virtuous; moral
Historical & Cultural Background
Dung is a common Vietnamese name often given to boys. In Vietnamese culture, names are chosen for their meanings and the virtues they represent. The name reflects qualities that are valued in society, such as morality and integrity. It is also used in various combinations with other names to create unique meanings.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dung was first seen in the United States in 1975. Dung has ranked as high as #1101 nationally, which occurred in 1982, and has been most popular in California, Louisiana, Illinois, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Dung has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dung (1991)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1976 | 17 |
| 1977 | 14 |
| 1978 | 13 |
| 1979 | 18 |
| 1980 | 24 |
| 1981 | 40 |
| 1982 | 48 |
| 1983 | 34 |
| 1984 | 40 |
| 1985 | 34 |
| 1986 | 26 |
| 1987 | 26 |
| 1988 | 16 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 22 |
| 1991 | 21 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 6 |