Ying Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationYing / jɪŋChinese
Meaning
hero; brave
Historical & Cultural Background
Ying is a common name in Chinese culture, often associated with positive attributes such as bravery and heroism. It can be used for both boys and girls, though it is more frequently given to boys. The name is often found in various Chinese dialects and can have different meanings depending on the characters used to write it.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ying was first seen in the United States in 1980. Ying has ranked as high as #1139 nationally, which occurred in 1987, and has been most popular in California, and Wisconsin. In the past 5 years the name Ying has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ying (1995)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 5 |