Ling
boy nameLing entered the US charts in 1982, peaked at #5619 in 1982, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1982–2025
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rank today
#5619
peak (1982)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #6762 |
| 1990s | #6519 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Ling are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Ling alive today was born around 1989, making them about 36 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ling in 2025?
- Ling is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Ling most popular?
- Ling peaked in 1982, reaching #5619 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ling with classmates?
- Ling will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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