Ying
Ying first appears in US records in 1980. It peaked in 1992, when 16 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Ying popular?
Declining Ying is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 1992 peak.
| 2000s | 70 | |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 84 | |
| 1980s | 106 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Ying mean?
Ying is commonly the character 英, “flower, brave, outstanding.”
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ying mean?
Ying means Flower, hero (英). Ying is commonly the character 英, “flower, brave, outstanding.”
What is the origin of the name Ying?
Ying is of Chinese origin.
How do you pronounce Ying?
Ying is pronounced “YING.”
Is Ying a boy or a girl name?
Ying is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Ying a popular name right now?
Ying is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 1992 peak.
When was the name Ying most popular?
Ying was most popular in 1992, when about 16 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Ying?
Names similar to Ying include Yue, Ling, Jing, Ning, Hui.
What names go well with Ying?
Chinese names that pair well with Ying include Long, Lan, Xia, Tao, Hao.