Holding steady.
Popularity of Sheng since 1980
Babies named Sheng per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 172 |
| 1990s | 166 |
| 2000s | 32 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Sheng is a rare Chinese name meaning 'victory' or 'triumph'. According to U.S. Social Security records, it has been in use since 1980, with its peak year being 1989 when it was given to 9 babies. The name has remained consistently uncommon, never ranking in the top 1000. Its trajectory is stable, suggesting it holds consistent but niche appeal. Sheng is primarily used for girls in the United States, though in Chinese-speaking cultures it is unisex. The name has not been recorded in any top states.
Sheng is a romanization of the Chinese word 胜, meaning 'victory' or 'triumph'. It is used as a unisex given name in Chinese-speaking communities. The name has been in use in the United States since at least 1980, though it remains rare.
Sibling names for Sheng
Names that share Sheng's style, for a brother or sister.
