Lung
Pronunciation: [ l-UHNG ]
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Lung first appeared in US Social Security records in 1988.
Over 7 babies have been named Lung in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lung is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #16,114 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #16,114
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Lung
Lung is a boy name .
Lung is currently ranked #16,114 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis