Bong
b(o)-ng
US Popularity:10894
Origin:Vietnamese
Meaning:Snow-white, shining, glossy; King; Yellow; Phoenix
A true name of the Eastern world, Bong holds a lot of meaning across several languages in just four letters. In Thai, Bong is known as a nickname, though its meaning is unclear for now. Bong also means “snow-white,” “glossy,” and “shining” in Vietnamese, perfect for a baby so bright, even the magpies want to scoop them up! Bong also has roots in many Chinese dialects and has meanings like “yellow” and “king,” just to name a few. In Korean, Bong could be short for Bonghwang, referring to a mythical bird in Korean folklore and possibly meaning “phoenix.” Seemingly endless in possibilities, Bong even has gender-neutral versatility and style.
How Popular Is The Name Bong?
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
1986
Gender:
Girl
#
in 1986
No change
from 1981
Sources
Ancestry, Bong Family History
Thai-Language, ป๋อง bpaawngR
Vietnamese-English Dictionary, bong
WordSense Dictionary, 봉
World History Edu, Bonghwang in Korean Mythology
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