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Mung

MUNG · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant or surname.

2025 rank (boys)
#8,243
Babies named in 2025
9
Peak popularity
2019
2025 frequency
1 in 189,786 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Rising since 2011

Rising since 2011, #8,243 for boys today.

Popularity of Mung since 2011

Babies named Mung per year in U.S. Social Security records.

511162020Most births 2019Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
2010s87
2020s51

Meaning & origin

Mung is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2011. Since then, its usage has been rising gradually, peaking in 2019. As of 2025, it ranks 8,243rd nationally, with approximately 1 in 189,786 boys given the name. Its origin is unclear; it may be a creative spelling or derived from a surname. The name has not been recorded in any top states, suggesting very localized or infrequent use. Mung remains a highly uncommon choice, appealing to those seeking a distinctive, minimalist name.

The name Mung first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2011. Its origin is unclear; it may be a variant of the surname Mung or a phonetic creation. There is no established etymology or traditional usage.

Sibling names for Mung

Names that share Mung's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Mae, Nell, Faye, Wren, Sage

Brothers: Kai, Jax, Finn, Nash, Reid

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Mung mean?
The meaning of Mung is uncertain. It has no widely accepted definition and may be a modern coinage or variant of a surname.
How popular is Mung?
Mung is very rare. In 2025, it ranked 8,243rd in the U.S., with about 1 in 189,786 boys given the name.
Is Mung a boy's name?
Mung is primarily used for boys, based on U.S. Social Security data.