Tong
Chinese · Boy · 1 syllable
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About the name Tong
Tong is a Chinese surname derived from the Chinese character 童 (tóng), which means "child" or "youth," or alternatively from 唐 (táng), an ancient Chinese state that became a major dynasty.
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Etymology
Tong is a Chinese surname derived from the Chinese character 童 (tóng), which means "child" or "youth," or alternatively from 唐 (táng), an ancient Chinese state that became a major dynasty. The name is primarily used in Chinese-speaking cultures, particularly in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Chinese diaspora communities, with historical significance dating back to ancient China.
Tong currently ranks #13,949 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1993.
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