Kang
Pronunciation: [ k-ANG ]
Kang is a girl baby name. Ranked #59,014 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kang first appeared in US Social Security records in 1980.
Over 108 babies have been named Kang in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kang is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #59,014 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #59,014
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Kang
Kang is a girl name .
Is Kang a boy or girl name? Kang is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #59,014 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #25,707. Kang is more commonly used as a boy name.
Kang is currently ranked #59,014 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Kang include Kaniyah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis