Phung Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Vietnamese
Gender Distribution:
9% Masculine / 91% Feminine
Meaning:
Phung means 'phoenix' in Vietnamese.
Meaning of the Name Phung
Phung is a unisex name of Vietnamese origin. It is derived from the Vietnamese word 'phụng', which means 'phoenix'. The phoenix is a mythological bird that symbolizes rebirth and immortality in Vietnamese culture. Phung is often given to children in the hope that they will grow up to be strong and resilient like the phoenix. The name has a unique and exotic sound, making it a popular choice among Vietnamese parents.
Popularity of the Name Phung
The popularity for the name Phung peaked in popularity in the year 1986 with 16 births, which ranked number 7,728 out of 18,800 unique names for that year. Phung had the most female births in 1986 with 16, which ranked number 4,723 out of 12,835 female names for that year, and had the most male births in 1990 with 6, which ranked number 7,175 out of 9,485 male names for that year.
Nationwide Popularity of Phung
Popularity of Phung by State
We have no state ranking data available for the name Phung. This means no states recorded more than 5 births for Phung in the most recent calendar year. If you are looking for a rare or unique name, Phung is a great pick!
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