Hoang Boy

Popularity: · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

Pronunciationhwahng / /hwaŋ/

Vietnamese

Meaning

bright; shining

Historical & Cultural Background

Hoang is a common Vietnamese name often given to boys. It is associated with positive attributes such as brightness and intelligence. In Vietnamese culture, names often carry significant meanings and are chosen carefully by parents. The name is also linked to various historical figures and cultural references in Vietnam.

Trend Summary

The name Hoang has maintained a steady presence in Vietnam but is less common in the United States.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Hoàng

International Variants

Famous people named Hoang

Hoang Minh Chinh was a Vietnamese politician known for his contributions to the country's political landscape.

Hoang Anh Tuan is a Vietnamese football player recognized for his skills on the field.

Hoang Thi Thao is a Vietnamese artist celebrated for her contemporary artwork.

Hoang Quoc Viet was a prominent Vietnamese revolutionary figure in the 20th century.

Fictional characters named Hoang

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Hoang was first seen in the United States in 1975. Hoang has ranked as high as #1096 nationally, which occurred in 1982, and has been most popular in California, Louisiana, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Hoang has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Hoang (2001)

StateBirthsShare
CA 6
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19758
197612
197715
197816
197916
198026
198131
198253
198336
198445
198532
198622
198734
198827
198913
199016
199123
199229
199336
199423
199519
199610
199720
199812
199911
200016
200118
200211
20038
20049
200515
200613
200714
20098
20106
201216
20136
20146
20165
20179
20205