Xiong Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationshyong / ɕjʊ́ŋChinese
Meaning
bear; to carry
Historical & Cultural Background
Xiong is a Chinese surname and given name. In Chinese culture, names often carry significant meanings and are chosen based on various factors, including family heritage and auspiciousness. The character '熊' (Xiong) means 'bear' and is associated with strength and bravery. It is a common name in various Chinese-speaking regions.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Xiong was first seen in the United States in 1980. Xiong has ranked as high as #1210 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Xiong has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Xiong (1994)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 12 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1987 | 13 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 5 |