Yong
boy nameYong entered the US charts in 1941, peaked at #2403 in 1946, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1941–2025
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rank today
#2403
peak (1946)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3093 |
| 1950s | #3619 |
| 1960s | #3858 |
| 1970s | #4330 |
| 1980s | #4543 |
| 1990s | #6593 |
| 2000s | #8622 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Yong are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Yong alive today was born around 1986, making them about 39 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Yong in 2025?
- Yong is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Yong most popular?
- Yong peaked in 1946, reaching #2403 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Yong with classmates?
- Yong will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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