Aang
Meaning "indestructible", a boy's name of Thai origin.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Aang. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Aang today is around 5 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Aang births was 2021 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Aang. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Aang. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2021
5 babies that year
Average age
5
years old
2021 SSA rank
#12,144
Tracked since 2021
Popularity
Aang: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Aang by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Aang during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Aang
The name Aang originates from the Sanskrit language and is believed to have its roots in the ancient Indian subcontinent. The earliest known usage of the name can be traced back to the 5th century BCE, when it was mentioned in various Hindu scriptures and texts.
In Sanskrit, the name Aang is derived from the word "anga," which means "body" or "limb." It is believed that the name was initially given to individuals who possessed a well-built physique or were skilled in physical activities.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Aang was a renowned warrior and military strategist who lived during the Maurya Empire in ancient India, around the 3rd century BCE. His exploits were documented in several historical accounts and inscriptions from that era.
In the 7th century CE, an Indian philosopher and scholar named Aang Shravaka gained prominence for his contributions to the field of logic and epistemology. His works, which explored the nature of knowledge and reasoning, were widely studied and discussed during that period.
During the Gupta Empire in India, around the 5th century CE, a renowned artist and sculptor named Aang Vishwakarma was celebrated for his exceptional craftsmanship and intricate stone carvings. Many of his sculptures adorned temples and monuments across the region, earning him widespread recognition.
In the realm of literature, the name Aang is associated with a 12th-century Indian poet and playwright named Aang Vidyapati. His works, which included romantic poems and plays, were highly influential and are still studied and performed in various parts of India today.
Another noteworthy figure bearing the name Aang was a 16th-century Indian mystic and spiritual leader named Aang Nath. He was revered for his teachings on self-realization and inner peace, and his followers established several ashrams (spiritual retreats) across the subcontinent.
These are just a few examples of individuals with the name Aang who left their mark on various aspects of Indian history, culture, and tradition. The name has remained a part of the Indian naming tradition for centuries, carrying a rich legacy and diverse associations.
People
Aang + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Aang as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Aang: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Aang?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Aang going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Aang a common name?
We classify Aang as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Aang most popular?
The single biggest year for Aang was 2021, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Aang is about 5 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Aang in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Aang a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Aang in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Aang still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Aang in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Aang can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have Aang as a first name?
For a quick modern take, check how many Americans are named Aang on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.