Chong
Meaning of Chong
Chong is a unisex name of Chinese origin. It is pronounced as chawng (/tʌŋ/). The name has a variation, Chung. In California, data for newborns shows that Chong has been given to babies since at least the 1980s, with varying popularity over the years. While it may not be among the most common names, Chong carries a unique and distinctive sound that can make it stand out in a crowd. Whether you're looking for a name that reflects your Chinese heritage or simply appreciate its melodic quality, Chong is a wonderful choice for your little one.
Pronunciation
Chinese
- Pronunced as chawng (/tʌŋ/)
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Notable People Named Chong
| Chong Sang-chin - Chŏng Sang-chin, also known as Yuri Danilovich Ten, was a prominent Soviet and North Korean poet, bureaucrat, academic, and military officer, who played a significant role in the liberation of parts of Korea during World War II. |
| Chong Fah Cheong is a renowned Singaporean sculptor celebrated for his public sculptures and awarded the Cultural Medallion in 2014. |
| Chong Kee Hiong is a Singaporean politician and accountant serving as Treasurer of the PAP Community Foundation and Member of Parliament representing Bishan East. |
| Matakite John Chong Nee, also known as Chong Nee, is a prominent New Zealand hip hop and R&B singer-songwriter and producer. |
| Chong Wei Feng is a retired Malaysian badminton player known for reaching the semi-finals of the 2012 and 2013 China Open. |
| Chong Ted Tsiung, the first non-politician to be appointed as mayor of Kuching City South Council, succeeded Chan Seng Khai on 31 July 2006. |
| Chong Long Fu, a researcher at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, was honored as a Fellow in the American Physical Society in 2008 for their exceptional contributions to the study of metallic and intermetallic systems through first-principles calculations and the development of innovative high temperature alloys. |
| Chong Chang-suk is a North Korean speed skater who participated in three events at the 1992 Winter Olympics. |
| Chong Moon-kyong - Chung Moon-kyung is a South Korean former volleyball player who competed in the 1976 Summer Olympics. |
| Chong Song-duk is a former North Korean footballer who represented his country between 1991 and 1992. |
