Find out how popular the first name Pang has been for the last 22 years (from 1978 to 1999) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Pang by gender

Based on the last 22 years of data, Pang is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 98% of people named Pang being female.

For the most recent data in 1999, there were 11 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Pang.

The history of the first name Pang

The name Pang has its origins in the Chinese language and culture, with its earliest known usage dating back to ancient times. The word "pang" in Mandarin Chinese means "prosperous" or "flourishing," which suggests that the name was likely given to children with the hope of a prosperous life.

In ancient Chinese texts, the name Pang can be found in historical records and literary works from as early as the Warring States period (475–221 BC). One notable example is the philosopher Pang Tong, who lived during the late Eastern Han dynasty (25-220 AD) and is renowned for his strategic wisdom and contributions to the art of warfare.

The name Pang also appears in Buddhist scriptures, particularly in the context of Zen Buddhism. The famous Zen master Pang Yun (740-808 AD), also known as Pangyun, was a renowned figure in the Tang Dynasty and is credited with establishing the Hongzhou school of Zen Buddhism.

Throughout Chinese history, there have been several notable figures bearing the name Pang. One such individual was Pang Xuan (585-676 AD), a prominent scholar and calligrapher during the Tang Dynasty. Another was Pang Anshi (1042-1099 AD), a renowned literary theorist and poet of the Song Dynasty.

In more recent times, the name Pang has been carried by individuals such as Pang Qingming (1692-1765), a renowned landscape painter of the Qing Dynasty, and Pang Zhonglie (1639-1708), a prominent military strategist and general during the same period.

It is worth noting that while the name Pang has its roots in Chinese culture, it has also been adopted and used in other parts of the world, particularly in regions with significant Chinese diaspora populations.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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