Find out how popular the first name Kaung has been for the last 4 years (from 2015 to 2018) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Kaung by gender

Based on the last 4 years of data, Kaung is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2018, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Kaung.

The history of the first name Kaung

The given name Kaung originates from the Burmese language, which is the primary language spoken in Myanmar (formerly known as Burma). The name is believed to have its roots in the Pali language, an ancient Indo-Aryan language closely related to Sanskrit.

In Pali, the word "Kaung" is derived from the root word "Kauṅga," which means "belonging to the Kaung people" or "a person from the Kaung region." The Kaung people were an ancient ethnic group that inhabited the regions of modern-day Myanmar and parts of northeastern India.

The name Kaung can be traced back to ancient Buddhist texts and scriptures, where it was often used to refer to individuals from the Kaung region or those with connections to the Kaung people. It is mentioned in several Pali canonical texts, such as the Vinaya Pitaka and the Jataka tales.

Some of the earliest recorded examples of the name Kaung can be found in historical records and chronicles from the Bagan period (11th-13th century CE) in Myanmar. During this era, the Kaung name was prominent among the ruling class and nobility.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Kaung, including:

1. Kaung Kyee (1415-1459), a prominent Burmese scholar and poet during the Ava Kingdom period.
2. Kaung Hmu (1600-1672), a renowned Burmese astrologer and royal advisor during the Toungoo Dynasty.
3. Kaung Khin Soe (1820-1890), a famous Burmese poet and playwright from the Konbaung Dynasty.
4. Kaung Kyee (1885-1945), a revered Burmese monk and meditation teacher in the early 20th century.
5. Kaung Kin (1902-1978), a Burmese writer and journalist who played a significant role in the country's literary renaissance.

The name Kaung has maintained its significance within the Burmese culture and continues to be a popular choice for newborns, particularly among those with ties to the country's rich historical and cultural heritage.

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