Tong
boy nameTong entered the US charts in 1946, peaked at #2408 in 1983, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1946–2025
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rank today
#2408
peak (1983)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3525 |
| 1980s | #3347 |
| 1990s | #5262 |
| 2000s | #9115 |
| 2010s | #11456 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Tong are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Tong alive today was born around 1990, making them about 35 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Tong in 2025?
- Tong is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Tong most popular?
- Tong peaked in 1983, reaching #2408 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Tong with classmates?
- Tong will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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