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Teng

TENG · of uncertain origin; possibly a Chinese surname used as a given name

Peak popularity
1992
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Teng since 1980

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

112334198020002020Most births 1992Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1980s181
1990s156
2000s17
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Teng is a rare American given name first recorded in 1980. It has never ranked in the top 1000 and no data is available for frequency per million births. Its peak year was 1992, though it remains uncommon. The name may have origins as a Chinese surname, but its usage as a first name is a modern adaptation. With no consistent popularity trend, Teng remains a unique choice for families seeking a concise, distinctive name.

Teng is a rare given name in the United States, first recorded in 1980. It may be derived from the Chinese surname 滕 (Teng), sometimes adopted as a first name by families of Chinese heritage. Its usage remains uncommon, with no clear etymological roots in English.

Sibling names for Teng

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

Sisters: Ming, Li, Mei, Jun, Lan, Pakou

Brothers: Kai, Chen, Wei, Jin, An, Chue, Toua

A parent animal hugging its little one, the personalized name page

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Teng mean?
The meaning of Teng is uncertain. It may be a respelling of a Chinese surname, but no definitive meaning exists.
How popular is the name Teng?
Teng is extremely rare. It has not ranked in the top 1000 names and has no recorded births per million figure.
Is Teng a boy or girl name?
Teng is typically used for boys.