UK name, mostly girls
Ting
A feminine given name of Chinese origin representing a "melodious sound".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2011. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Also recorded as a boys' name in the UK, with 6 boys.
Ting is mostly registered for girls in the UK records. People looking for Ting popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2011 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4764, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2005, with 4 births.
This profile covers 18 England and Wales registrations across 5 recorded years from 2004 to 2011. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 18 living people in the UK are called Ting. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2012 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Ting ranked #4764 for girls in England and Wales in 2011, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2005, when 4 girls were registered as Ting.
- • Ting is also recorded for boys, but the girls side is the larger UK variant in these records.
- • About 18 living people in the UK are estimated to have Ting as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 75.0% of Ting registrations are for girls.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4764
2011
Births in 2011
4
Latest year
Peak year
2005
4 births
Estimated living
18
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Ting
In England and Wales birth records, Ting has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 25.0% of registrations are for boys and 75.0% are for girls.
These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.
Ting registered for boys
- Ranked #4,805 in 2012
- 3 boys registered in 2012
- Peak: 2004 (3 births)
Ting registered for girls
- Ranked #4,764 in 2011
- 4 girls registered in 2011
- Peak: 2005 (4 births)
Meaning
What does Ting mean?
The given name Ting has its origins in the Chinese language, dating back to ancient times. It is a single-syllable name that holds particular significance in Chinese culture.
In Mandarin Chinese, the character '廷' is pronounced 'ting' and means 'courtyard' or 'hall'. It was often used in reference to the imperial court or palace, signifying a connection to royalty or nobility. The name Ting may have been given to children born into aristocratic families or those with ties to the imperial court.
Historically, the name Ting can be found in various Chinese literary works and records from as early as the Han Dynasty (206 BC - 220 AD). It was a relatively common name among the ruling classes and scholars during this period.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Ting is Ting Lan, a renowned calligrapher and painter who lived during the Eastern Jin Dynasty (317-420 AD). His works were highly influential in the development of Chinese calligraphy and painting styles.
Another notable figure with the name Ting was Ting Kung-Pao, a military strategist and advisor who served under the Tang Dynasty (618-907 AD). He played a crucial role in several military campaigns and was known for his tactical acumen.
During the Song Dynasty (960-1279 AD), there was a famous painter and poet named Ting Shou-Cheng. His landscape paintings and calligraphic works were highly regarded and celebrated for their beauty and depth.
In more recent history, Ting Pei, a prominent architect and urban planner, made significant contributions to the development of modern Chinese cities in the early 20th century. He was born in 1886 and his innovative designs left a lasting impact on urban planning in China.
Another notable figure was Ting Wen-Chiang, a Taiwanese diplomat and politician who played a crucial role in the country's transition to democracy. He was born in 1926 and served as the Vice President of Taiwan from 1990 to 1996.
While the name Ting has its roots in ancient Chinese culture, it has transcended borders and has been adopted by various other cultures and societies over time, reflecting the global influence of Chinese heritage and tradition.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Ting over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Ting in England and Wales, from 2004 to 2012. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Ting, the clearest high point is 2005. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2011, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ting by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Ting was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4764 | 4 | 1 |
| 2000s | #4602 | 14 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Ting
- Tia 15,569
- Thea 12,888
- Tilly 11,524
- Taylor 7,401
- Tegan 6,583
- Tabitha 6,462
- Talia 5,198
- Tara 5,114
- Tiffany 4,653
- Tallulah 4,442
- Tiana 3,570
- Tamara 3,405
FAQ
Ting: questions and answers
How popular is the name Ting in the UK right now?
In 2011, Ting was ranked #4764 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Ting most popular?
The peak year on record was 2005, with 4 babies registered as Ting in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Ting?
A feminine given name of Chinese origin representing a "melodious sound".
How many people are called Ting in the UK?
A total of 18 babies have been registered as Ting across the 5 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.