Chuefeng
A Chinese masculine name meaning "dawn transcending over the peak".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Chuefeng. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Chuefeng today is around 28 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Chuefeng births was 1998 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Chuefeng. 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 Chuefeng. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1998
5 babies that year
Average age
28
years old
1998 SSA rank
#9,871
Tracked since 1998
Popularity
Chuefeng: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Chuefeng 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 Chuefeng during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Chuefeng
The name Chuefeng has its origins in the Chinese language and culture, with roots that can be traced back to ancient times. It is a combination of two words, "chue" and "feng," which together carry a poetic and symbolic meaning.
In the Chinese language, "chue" often refers to a stream or a creek, evoking images of flowing water and natural beauty. "Feng," on the other hand, translates to "wind" or "breeze," symbolizing freedom, movement, and the ever-changing nature of life.
While the exact origin of the name Chuefeng is uncertain, it is believed to have emerged during the Tang Dynasty (618-907 AD), a golden age of Chinese culture and literature. During this time, poets and scholars frequently drew inspiration from nature, and names that captured the essence of the natural world were highly valued.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Chuefeng can be found in the classic Chinese novel "The Dream of the Red Chamber," written by Cao Xueqin in the 18th century. In this literary masterpiece, a character named Chuefeng is portrayed as a talented and virtuous young man, reflecting the positive connotations associated with the name.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Chuefeng. One such figure was Chuefeng Zhang (1249-1320), a renowned Chinese calligrapher and painter during the Yuan Dynasty. His works are celebrated for their elegance and mastery of the brush, and they continue to influence artists to this day.
Another prominent Chuefeng was Chuefeng Li (1565-1630), a Confucian scholar and philosopher who lived during the Ming Dynasty. His writings on ethics and moral philosophy had a significant impact on the intellectual discourse of his time and continue to be studied by scholars today.
In the realm of literature, Chuefeng Liu (1857-1909) was a renowned Chinese novelist and playwright. His works, often exploring themes of social criticism and reform, played a pivotal role in shaping the literary landscape of late 19th century China.
Moving to more recent times, Chuefeng Wang (1914-1997) was a highly respected Chinese diplomat who served as the Ambassador to the United Kingdom and played a crucial role in fostering diplomatic relations between China and the West during the latter half of the 20th century.
Lastly, Chuefeng Chen (born in 1964) is a contemporary Chinese artist celebrated for his innovative use of traditional Chinese painting techniques and his exploration of cultural identity in a globalized world. His works have been exhibited in numerous prestigious galleries and museums around the globe.
People
Chuefeng + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Chuefeng as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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FAQ
Chuefeng: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Chuefeng?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Chuefeng 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 Chuefeng a common name?
We classify Chuefeng 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 Chuefeng most popular?
The single biggest year for Chuefeng was 1998, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Chuefeng is about 28 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 Chuefeng in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Chuefeng a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Chuefeng 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 Chuefeng still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Chuefeng 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 Chuefeng 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 the name Chuefeng?
Find out how many Americans are named Chuefeng on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.