Ming
UnisexMing has been given to 491 babies in the U.S. since 1920. It peaked in 1981.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
491
Peak year
1981 (23 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1920
10-year trend
▼ -100%
Gender split
29% girls / 71% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Ming — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Ming.
FAQ
How popular is the name Ming?
Ming has been given to 491 babies in the U.S. since 1920. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Ming peak?
Ming peaked in 1981, when 23 babies were given the name.
Is Ming a girl or boy name?
Ming is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.
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