Teng Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Teng originates from Chinese culture and can mean 'to soar' or 'to rise.' Its historical forms have included various characters and pronunciations in Chinese. The name is associated with positive traits such as ambition and success. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name. It has been used traditionally in Chinese society and continues to be popular today.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Teng"
Pronunciation
/tɛŋ/
Origin
Chinese
Etymology
The name Teng is derived from a Chinese surname, which can also mean 'to soar' or 'to rise' depending on the characters used in its formation.
Meaning
to soar, rise
Language Evolution
Teng (Traditional Chinese: 滕, Simplified Chinese: 滕), Teng (as a transliteration in various languages)
Historical Usage
The name Teng has been used traditionally in Chinese culture and has gained recognition as a surname, especially in the context of historical figures and modern-day individuals.
Variants & Derivatives
Teng, Tengfei, Tengyu
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Teng is perceived as modern and is often associated with aspirations and success in contemporary Chinese society.
Famous People
Teng Hsiao-p'ing (Deng Xiaoping), Chinese politician, Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah, Malaysian politician
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Boy Name Trend
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✨ Teng Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 34 peak births in 1992
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in Minnesota
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Teng"
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 "Teng"
"Teng" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8406th of 10718 | 15 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3015th of 16616 | 306 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 14707th of 24088 | 33 |
Regional Popularity of "Teng" 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) |
36.61% 1349th/3685 |
- | - |
21.94% 1386th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Teng" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Teng"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Teng" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Teng" in the United States
The name Teng 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. From 2020-2022, Teng has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Teng' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8406th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3015th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14707th out of 24088 names. Discover how the name 'Teng' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.