Hong
boy nameHong entered the US charts in 1923, peaked at #2426 in 1982, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1923–2025
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rank today
#2426
peak (1982)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3913 |
| 1970s | #4935 |
| 1980s | #4214 |
| 1990s | #8024 |
| 2000s | #8990 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Hong are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Hong alive today was born around 1985, making them about 40 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hong in 2025?
- Hong is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Hong most popular?
- Hong peaked in 1982, reaching #2426 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Hong with classmates?
- Hong will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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