Chong
boy nameChong entered the US charts in 1926, peaked at #2269 in 1982, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1926–2025
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rank today
#2269
peak (1982)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4201 |
| 1960s | #3812 |
| 1970s | #5088 |
| 1980s | #3001 |
| 1990s | #5491 |
| 2000s | #10935 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Chong are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Chong alive today was born around 1988, making them about 37 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chong in 2025?
- Chong is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Chong most popular?
- Chong peaked in 1982, reaching #2269 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Chong with classmates?
- Chong will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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