Wang
Chinese · Boy · 1 syllable
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About the name Wang
Wang is a Chinese surname meaning "king" or "ruler," derived from the Chinese character 王 (wáng), which has been used as both a royal title and family name since ancient times.
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Etymology
Wang is a Chinese surname meaning "king" or "ruler," derived from the Chinese character 王 (wáng), which has been used as both a royal title and family name since ancient times. The name is predominantly used in Chinese-speaking cultures and communities worldwide, with significant historical presence in China dating back thousands of years, and it remains one of the most common surnames in mainland China, Taiwan, and overseas Chinese diaspora.
Wang currently ranks #11,546 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1984.
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