Peng
Chinese · Boy · 1 syllable
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About the name Peng
Peng (鹏) is a Chinese name derived from a character meaning "great roc" or "large mythical bird," referencing a legendary creature from classical Chinese literature symbolizing strength, freedom, and ascension.
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Etymology
Peng (鹏) is a Chinese name derived from a character meaning "great roc" or "large mythical bird," referencing a legendary creature from classical Chinese literature symbolizing strength, freedom, and ascension. The name is primarily used in Chinese culture, with roots in Daoist and classical Chinese philosophy, particularly referencing the giant bird Peng from Zhuangzi's famous parable about transformation and transcendence.
Peng currently ranks #11,853 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1995.
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