Cheng Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Cheng originates from Chinese, with meanings related to success and journeys. It has evolved through various historical forms and is commonly associated with positive traits. There is no biblical relevance. The name has gained popularity in recent centuries and remains a common name in contemporary society.
The name Cheng is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cheng has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Cheng' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7460th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2306th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7998th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12998th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16163rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Cheng' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cheng"
Pronunciation
/ʧəŋ/
Origin
Chinese
Etymology
The name Cheng can be derived from various Chinese characters, each with its own meaning, such as 程 (meaning 'course' or 'journey') and 成 (meaning 'to become' or 'to succeed').
Meaning
success, journey, city
Language Evolution
Cheng (成), Cheng (程), Cheng (城)
Historical Usage
The name Cheng has been used for centuries in Chinese culture and has gained popularity as a given name and surname, particularly in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Chengwei, Chenglong, Chengyu
Modern Popularity & Image
Cheng is viewed positively in modern times, often associated with success and determination. It is a common name in China and among Chinese communities worldwide.
Famous People
Cheng Yi (philosopher), Cheng Man-ch'ing (Tai Chi master), Cheng Li (political scientist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cheng"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Cheng"
"Cheng" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7460th of 10718 | 22 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2306th of 16616 | 449 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7998th of 24088 | 129 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 12998th of 23106 | 41 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 16163rd of 27321 | 33 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Cheng" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
29.42% 1084th/3685 |
- | - |
18.52% 1170th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
52.75% 2417th/4582 |
- | - |
54.62% 4076th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Cheng" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cheng"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cheng" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.