Wang
boy nameWang entered the US charts in 1983, peaked at #4973 in 1984, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1983–2025
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rank today
#4973
peak (1984)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #6020 |
| 1990s | #8446 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Wang are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Wang 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 Wang in 2025?
- Wang is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Wang most popular?
- Wang peaked in 1984, reaching #4973 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Wang with classmates?
- Wang will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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