Phong Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationfong / /fɔŋ/Vietnamese
Meaning
to be prosperous; to be successful
Historical & Cultural Background
Phong is a common Vietnamese name often given to boys. In Vietnamese culture, names are chosen for their meanings and the positive traits they represent. The name Phong reflects aspirations for success and prosperity. It is also associated with various cultural and historical figures in Vietnam.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Phong was first seen in the United States in 1975. Phong has ranked as high as #1071 nationally, which occurred in 1984, and has been most popular in California, Minnesota, Texas, Louisiana, and Wisconsin. In the past 5 years the name Phong has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Phong (2019)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 20 |
| 1980 | 34 |
| 1981 | 41 |
| 1982 | 49 |
| 1983 | 45 |
| 1984 | 51 |
| 1985 | 49 |
| 1986 | 38 |
| 1987 | 41 |
| 1988 | 49 |
| 1989 | 30 |
| 1990 | 34 |
| 1991 | 43 |
| 1992 | 47 |
| 1993 | 35 |
| 1994 | 23 |
| 1995 | 29 |
| 1996 | 24 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 21 |
| 2003 | 19 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 20 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 8 |