Tung
boy nameTung entered the US charts in 1976, peaked at #2270 in 1981, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1976–2025
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rank today
#2270
peak (1981)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5334 |
| 1980s | #3518 |
| 1990s | #6139 |
| 2000s | #9392 |
| 2010s | #10808 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Tung are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Tung 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 Tung in 2025?
- Tung is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Tung most popular?
- Tung peaked in 1981, reaching #2270 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Tung with classmates?
- Tung will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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