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Cheng
UnisexMeaning of Cheng: Chinese: 'accomplished' or 'sincere'
Cheng is a unisex name most strongly associated with Chinese naming. It has 5 letters and 1 syllable, and it is a genuinely rare and unique choice — 11343rd most popular name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#11343
5 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
—
Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
684
First recorded 1979 · peak 1990
Trend
stable
Style: rare
Popularity over time
Gender split
94% boys · 6% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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