Ngawang Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationnuh-WANG / /nəˈwɑːŋ/Tibetan; Mongolian
Meaning
Tibetan: 'the one who is born'; Mongolian: 'gifted'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Tibetan culture, Ngawang is often associated with spiritual leaders and is linked to the concept of enlightenment. The name reflects a deep-rooted belief in the significance of birth and destiny. In Mongolian culture, it signifies a person with special talents or abilities, often used in a context of respect and admiration. Both cultures value the name for its spiritual and aspirational qualities.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Ngawang
- Ngawong
International Variants
- Ngawang (Tibetan)
- Ngawaan (Mongolian)
Famous people named Ngawang
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Fictional characters named Ngawang
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ngawang was first seen in the United States in 2006. Ngawang has ranked as high as #1383 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Ngawang has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ngawang (2012)
| State | Births | Share |
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| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 5 |