Cheng
Pronunciation: [ ch-EHNG ]
Cheng is a boy baby name. Ranked #21,489 in the US, popular nicknames include Che, Chy, and Cheie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Cheng first appeared in US Social Security records in 1979.
Over 641 babies have been named Cheng in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cheng is past its peak , currently ranked #21,489 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #21,489
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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Cheng is also used as a girl name, ranked #57756.
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About the Name Cheng
Cheng is a boy name .
Is Cheng a boy or girl name? Cheng is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #21,489 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #57,756. Cheng is more commonly used as a boy name.
Cheng is currently ranked #21,489 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Cheng include Che, Chy, and Cheie. 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)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis