Ang
A Chinese surname or diminutive form of feminine names meaning "peaceful".
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Ang. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Ang today is around 19 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Ang births was 2007 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Ang. 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 Ang. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
2007
6 babies that year
Average age
19
years old
2007 SSA rank
#11,012
Tracked since 2007
Popularity
Ang: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Ang 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 Ang during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Ang
The name Ang has its origins in various languages and cultures around the world. It is a common monosyllabic name found in different regions, each with its own unique meaning and historical significance.
In Chinese culture, the name Ang (安) is derived from the Chinese character meaning "peace" or "tranquility." It has been a popular name in China for centuries, often given to children with the hope of bringing them a peaceful and harmonious life.
In Vietnamese, the name Ang (Anh) is a variant of the name Nguyen, which is one of the most common surnames in the country. It is believed to have derived from the Chinese surname Ruan, which was later adapted into Vietnamese.
In Khmer (Cambodian) culture, the name Ang (អង្គ) means "body" or "self." It has been used as a given name, as well as a title of respect for royalty or high-ranking officials.
In the Philippines, the name Ang is often a shortened form of the Spanish name Ángel, which means "angel." It is commonly used as a masculine name in the region.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Ang:
1. Ang Lee (born 1954) is a renowned Taiwanese film director and screenwriter, known for his critically acclaimed films such as "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" (2000) and "Brokeback Mountain" (2005).
2. Ang Duong (1796-1860) was the King of Cambodia from 1842 to 1859. He is credited with reviving the Khmer culture and strengthening the country after years of civil war and Vietnamese occupation.
3. Ang Kin Ee (1906-1963) was a prominent Singaporean businessman and philanthropist. He founded the Ang Kin Ee Company, which played a significant role in the development of the construction industry in Singapore.
4. Ang San Suu Kyi (born 1945) is a Burmese politician, diplomat, and Nobel Peace Prize laureate. She is a leading figure in the pro-democracy movement in Myanmar and has been a symbol of peaceful resistance against the country's military junta.
5. Ang Thong (1605-1660) was a Thai prince and the founder of the Ayutthaya Kingdom. He is regarded as a significant figure in Thai history for his role in establishing the kingdom and promoting Buddhism in the region.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who have borne the name Ang, showcasing its diverse origins and cultural significance across various regions and time periods.
Notable bearers
Famous people named Ang
People
Ang + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Ang 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
Ang: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Ang?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Ang 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 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Ang a common name?
We classify Ang as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Ang most popular?
The single biggest year for Ang was 2007, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Ang is about 19 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Ang a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Ang 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.
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.