Cheng
Boy nameCheng has been given to 684 babies in the U.S. since 1979. It peaked in 1990. In 2025, about 1 in 341,615 boys was named Cheng.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
684
Peak year
1990 (48 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1979
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
6% girls / 94% boys
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Cheng.
Sibling name ideas for Cheng
Same era and popularity as Cheng, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Cheng?
Cheng has been given to 684 babies in the U.S. since 1979. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Cheng peak?
Cheng peaked in 1990, when 48 babies were given the name.
Is Cheng a girl or boy name?
Cheng is primarily a boy name (94% of babies named Cheng are boys).
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