Chung
Pronunciation: [ ch-UHNG ]
Chung is a girl baby name. Ranked #33,524 in the US, popular nicknames include Chu, Chy, and Chuie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Chung first appeared in US Social Security records in 1979.
Over 11 babies have been named Chung in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Chung is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #33,524 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #33,524
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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Chung is also used as a boy name, ranked #30459.
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About the Name Chung
Chung is a girl name .
Is Chung a boy or girl name? Chung is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #33,524 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #30,459. Chung is more commonly used as a boy name.
Chung is currently ranked #33,524 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Chung include Chu, Chy, and Chuie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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