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Chung

Pronunciation: [ ch-UHNG ]

Boy Name #30,459 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Chung is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced ch-UHNG.

Parents who love the name Chung often also consider Eversyn, Granth, .

Popularity Over Time

#30,459
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#30,459
Total SSA Count
5

Nicknames

Chu Chy Chuie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chung

Is Chung a boy or girl name?
Chung is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #30459. As a girl name, it is ranked #33524. Chung is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Chung?
Chung is pronounced ch-UHNG.
How popular is the name Chung?
Chung is currently ranked #30459 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Chung?
Common nicknames for Chung include Chu, Chy, and Chuie.
Is Chung a common or rare name?
Chung is an uncommon name, ranked #30459 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Chung

Chung is a boy name .

Is Chung a boy or girl name? Chung is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #30,459 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #33,524. Chung is more commonly used as a boy name.

Chung is currently ranked #30,459 in popularity for boy 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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