Holding steady.
Popularity of Peng since 1981
Babies named Peng per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 117 |
| 1990s | 98 |
| 2000s | 12 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Peng is a Chinese name with a strong, mythical etymology. In the United States Social Security data, it first appeared in 1981 and peaked in use in 1995. However, it has never ranked among the top 1000 names, indicating very modest usage. The name has remained stable in its low frequency over the decades, with most bearers likely being of Chinese heritage. Its meaning, tied to the roc, a giant bird in Chinese folklore, gives it a distinctive cultural resonance.
Peng is a Chinese surname and occasional given name, derived from the character 鹏 (péng) referring to a mythical giant bird. The name has been in use in China historically and gained some international recognition.
Sibling names for Peng
Names that share Peng's style, for a brother or sister.
