Hung Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationhoong / hʊŋVietnamese; Chinese
Meaning
Vietnamese: 'to be vast or extensive'; Chinese: 'to bear or carry'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Vietnamese culture, the name Hung is often associated with strength and resilience. It is commonly used in various contexts, including historical figures and modern naming practices. In Chinese culture, the name can signify a sense of responsibility and capability.
Trend Summary
The name Hung has a consistent presence in Vietnamese naming traditions.
Similar Names
Variants
- Hùng
International Variants
- Hung (Vietnamese); 洪 (Chinese)
Famous people named Hung
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Fictional characters named Hung
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hung was first seen in the United States in 1975. Hung has ranked as high as #1061 nationally, which occurred in 1982, and has been most popular in California, Louisiana, Texas, and Kansas. In the past 5 years the name Hung has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hung (2007)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 16 |
| 1976 | 22 |
| 1977 | 17 |
| 1978 | 23 |
| 1979 | 38 |
| 1980 | 51 |
| 1981 | 68 |
| 1982 | 88 |
| 1983 | 65 |
| 1984 | 63 |
| 1985 | 40 |
| 1986 | 38 |
| 1987 | 36 |
| 1988 | 32 |
| 1989 | 25 |
| 1990 | 30 |
| 1991 | 33 |
| 1992 | 28 |
| 1993 | 37 |
| 1994 | 20 |
| 1995 | 20 |
| 1996 | 24 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2022 | 5 |