Jiacheng
A Chinese masculine name meaning "establishing prosperity".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Jiacheng. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Jiacheng today is around 15 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jiacheng births was 2011 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jiacheng. 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 Jiacheng. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2011
5 babies that year
Average age
15
years old
2011 SSA rank
#13,236
Tracked since 2011
Popularity
Jiacheng: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Jiacheng 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 Jiacheng during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Jiacheng
The given name Jiacheng is a Chinese name with origins dating back to ancient times. It is a combination of two characters, 'Jia' meaning 'excellent' or 'outstanding', and 'Cheng' meaning 'success' or 'accomplishment'. Together, the name signifies an aspiration for excellence and achievement.
Jiacheng can be traced back to the Spring and Autumn period (771 – 476 BC) in Chinese history. During this era, the name was associated with scholars and intellectuals who pursued knowledge and wisdom. Records from the Han Dynasty (206 BC – 220 AD) also mention individuals bearing this name, suggesting its enduring popularity.
One of the earliest notable figures with the name Jiacheng was a renowned scholar and poet during the Tang Dynasty (618 – 907 AD). Jiacheng Shen, born in 785 AD, gained prominence for his contributions to literature and philosophy. His works were celebrated for their depth and eloquence, and he was regarded as a master of Classical Chinese.
In the Song Dynasty (960 – 1279 AD), Jiacheng Li, a prominent statesman and military strategist, played a crucial role in defending the empire against invading forces. Born in 1022 AD, he is remembered for his strategic brilliance and unwavering loyalty to the emperor.
During the Ming Dynasty (1368 – 1644 AD), Jiacheng Zhang, a renowned artist and calligrapher, left a lasting legacy with his masterful brushwork and innovative techniques. Born in 1502 AD, his works are celebrated for their beauty and expressive power.
Another notable figure with the name Jiacheng was a revered Buddhist monk who lived during the Qing Dynasty (1644 – 1912 AD). Jiacheng Xing, born in 1718 AD, was renowned for his spiritual wisdom and teachings, which influenced generations of practitioners.
Throughout Chinese history, the name Jiacheng has been associated with individuals who have achieved excellence and success in various fields, from literature and art to statesmanship and spirituality. Its enduring popularity reflects the cultural values of seeking knowledge, striving for accomplishment, and leaving a lasting legacy.
People
Jiacheng + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jiacheng as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with J
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FAQ
Jiacheng: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jiacheng?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jiacheng 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 Jiacheng a common name?
We classify Jiacheng 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 Jiacheng most popular?
The single biggest year for Jiacheng was 2011, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jiacheng is about 15 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 Jiacheng in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Jiacheng a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jiacheng 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 Jiacheng still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Jiacheng 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 Jiacheng 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 Jiacheng?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many people have the name Jiacheng at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.