NAME PROFILE
Hung
Derived from the Sanskrit word meaning 'noble' or 'honorable'; it describes a person who is naturally dignified, respectful, and leads others with a kind and courageous heart.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,018 |
| Gender | Male (39% / 61%) |
| Peak year | 1982 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1976 |
| Most recent | 2007 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 46%TX — 34%LA — 17%KS — 2%AK — 0%
Notable People
Ariyan Arslani (Rapper professionally known as Action Bronson) · Ariyan Johnson (Actress, 'Just Another Girl on the I.R.T.') · Ariyan Wijesekara (Cricketer for the Burgher Recreation Club) · Ariyan Kaganov (Film director and producer) · Ariyan A. Ghara (Technology entrepreneur and innovator)
Nicknames & Diminutives
AriYanRiyan
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