Origin
Chinese (Chinese)
Syllables
1
Zodiac
Capricorn
Trend
Newly trending
At a glance
Cheng is a name often given to boys. Ranked #11148 and is newly appearing on the charts. It comes from a Chinese (Chinese) origin and traditionally means "Sincere and accomplished individual in Chinese tradition". It has 1 syllable.
The Story of Cheng
Rooted in ancient Chinese naming practices, Cheng evokes sincerity and achievement. It appears in historical texts and modern China alike. Families appreciate its crisp sound and positive connotations of integrity. Boys named Cheng often grow into thoughtful leaders who value tradition while embracing innovation.
Popularity
Currently ranked #11148 on the Baby Billboard Charts. Peak rank: #11148.
Numerology Profile
Seeks truth and inner wisdom.
Expresses creativity and joy.
Values structure and reliability.
Leads with independence and initiative.
Zodiac & Astrology
Capricorn
Reflects disciplined and ambitious nature.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Grounded energy that inspires trust and steady progress.
Color Aura
Deep Green
Element
Earth
Season
Winter
Gemstone
Jade
Spirit Animal
Dragon
Power Word
Integrity
Energy Type
Earth × Winter
Personality & Traits
Sincere
Speaks and acts with genuine honesty.
Diligent
Works steadily toward meaningful goals.
Wise
Offers thoughtful insights beyond his years.
Famous People Named Cheng
Cheng Man-ch'ing
Renowned tai chi master and calligrapher
Cheng Yi
Song dynasty philosopher and scholar
Cheng in Pop Culture
Cheng
Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon
Cheng
Avatar: The Last Airbender
Historical Events
1100
Cheng Yi influences Neo-Confucianism.
1950
Cheng Man-ch'ing promotes tai chi globally.
International Variations
Cheng in Different Scripts
诚
Chinese (Mandarin)
チェン
Japanese (Katakana)
정
Korean
Ченг
Cyrillic
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Cheng:
Cheng Wei
Cheng Jun
Cheng Kai
Cheng Lian
Cheng Hao
Cheng Ming
Cheng Tao
Fun Facts & Trivia
Common surname in China.
Means honest in many contexts.
Used by emperors in ancient records.
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boyPronunciation
CHUNG
Quick Facts
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