Hyung
A boy's name of Korean origin with 5 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Hyung is a one-syllable boy's name with a sharp, distinct sound — ending on a consonant gives it a firm, clear close. With only 5 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.
Hyung is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Hyung is a boy's baby name of Korean origin, from Korean hyeong (형) meaning 'older brother' or from the character 亨 meaning 'smooth, prosperous.' It is a warm, familial Korean name with positive connotations.
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Hyung is cataloged under the Korean naming tradition. Names from the Korean tradition carry linguistic and cultural patterns that shape their sound, structure, and associations.
In the U.S., Hyung has been recorded as a boy's name since 1970, with 5 total births. Browse the Korean names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Hyung has 1+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1970.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 | — |
The Story of Hyung
A Gen X name
Peaking in 1970, Hyung is a Gen X staple. Boys named Hyung are most likely born between 1970 and 1970.
How rare is Hyung?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Hyung is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1970, peaked in the 1970s with 5 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(1 years, 1970–1970)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1970 | 5 | #5029 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1970–1970