Liang
Pronunciation: [ ly-ANG ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Liang first appeared in US Social Security records in 2008.
Over 40 babies have been named Liang in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Liang is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #24,200 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #24,200
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Liang
Liang is a boy name .
Liang is currently ranked #24,200 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Liang include Lia, Liy, Liie, and Liakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Liang include Lian . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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