Kang
Kang first appears in US records in 1981. It peaked in 2000, when 7 boys were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Kang popular?
Declining Kang is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2000 peak.
| 2010s | 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 12 | |
| 1990s | 16 | |
| 1980s | 11 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Kang mean?
Kang is commonly the character 康, “health, peace, well-being.”
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kang mean?
Kang means Health, well-being (康). Kang is commonly the character 康, “health, peace, well-being.”
What is the origin of the name Kang?
Kang is of Chinese origin.
How do you pronounce Kang?
Kang is pronounced “KAHNG.”
Is Kang a boy or a girl name?
Kang is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Kang a popular name right now?
Kang is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2000 peak.
When was the name Kang most popular?
Kang was most popular in 2000, when about 7 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Kang?
Names similar to Kang include Chen, Feng, Jie, Yong, Guang.
What names go well with Kang?
Chinese names that pair well with Kang include Long, Mei, Lan, Xia, Tao.