Sang Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsahng / sæŋKorean; Chinese
Meaning
Korean: 'to live'; Chinese: 'to sing'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Korean culture, the name Sang can be associated with positive attributes such as life and vitality. In Chinese contexts, it often relates to artistic expression, particularly in music. The name is used in various forms across East Asia, reflecting cultural significance in both Korean and Chinese societies. It is relatively uncommon in Western contexts but has gained some recognition.
Similar Names
Variants
- Sang-woo
- Sang-min
International Variants
- Sang (Korean)
- Sang (Chinese)
Famous people named Sang
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Fictional characters named Sang
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sang was first seen in the United States in 1929. Sang has ranked as high as #1122 nationally, which occurred in 1987, and has been most popular in California, Kansas, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Sang has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sang (1994)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 20 |
| 1981 | 25 |
| 1982 | 18 |
| 1983 | 20 |
| 1984 | 22 |
| 1985 | 28 |
| 1986 | 20 |
| 1987 | 29 |
| 1988 | 21 |
| 1989 | 16 |
| 1990 | 23 |
| 1991 | 22 |
| 1992 | 25 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1994 | 20 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 16 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2024 | 6 |