Dong

Pronunciation: [ d-AWNG ]

Dong is a boy baby name. Ranked #19,096 in the US.

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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Dong is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced d-AWNG.

Parents who love the name Dong often also consider Haik, Justina, Aider .

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Historical Record

Dong first appeared in US Social Security records in 1956.

Over 318 babies have been named Dong in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Dong is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #19,096 for boy names in the US .

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#19,096
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Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#19,096
Total SSA Count
6

Alternative Spellings

Donovan #505 Donald #673 Donnie #1769 Don #1797 Donte #1984 Dontae #2977 Donatello #2999 Donavan #3223

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Des Boy

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"from the place near the meadow boundary"

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dong

Is Dong a boy or girl name?
Dong is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Dong?
Dong is pronounced d-AWNG.
How popular is the name Dong?
Dong is currently ranked #19096 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Is Dong a common or rare name?
Dong is an uncommon name, ranked #19096 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Dong?
Dong pairs well with Haik, Justina, Aider, Jaymie in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Dong?
Related spellings include Donovan, Donald, Donnie, Don.

About the Name Dong

Dong is a boy name .

Dong is currently ranked #19,096 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Dong include Donovan, Donald, Donnie, Don, Donte . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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