Xiong
Pronunciation: [ zh-AWNG ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Xiong first appeared in US Social Security records in 1980.
Over 176 babies have been named Xiong in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Xiong is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #42,837 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #42,837
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Xiong
Xiong is a boy name .
Xiong is currently ranked #42,837 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Xiong include Xio, Xiy, Xiie, and Xiokins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Xiong include Xion . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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