Dong Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationdong / dɔŋChinese; Vietnamese
Meaning
Chinese: 'east'; Vietnamese: 'a place name'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Chinese culture, the name Dong is often associated with the direction east, which holds significance in various traditions and philosophies. In Vietnam, Dong can refer to a geographical location or be part of a compound name. The name is used in various contexts, including historical and contemporary figures. It is also a common surname in both cultures.
Similar Names
Variants
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International Variants
- Dong (Chinese); Đông (Vietnamese)
Famous people named Dong
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Fictional characters named Dong
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dong was first seen in the United States in 1956. Dong has ranked as high as #1208 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in Kansas, California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Dong has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dong (1994)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 17 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 19 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2017 | 6 |