UK boy's name
Truong
A Vietnamese gender-neutral name meaning "longevity" or "prominent person.".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2005. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Truong is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Truong popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2005 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3849, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2005, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2005 to 2005. 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.
Truong is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Truong. 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 2006 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Truong ranked #3849 for boys in England and Wales in 2005, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2005, when 3 boys were registered as Truong.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Truong as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3849
2005
Births in 2005
3
Latest year
Peak year
2005
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Truong mean?
The given name Truong has its origins in the Vietnamese language and culture. It is derived from the Middle Vietnamese word 'trường', which means 'long' or 'eternal'. The name has been in use for several centuries and has a rich history and cultural significance.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Truong can be found in the Annals of Dai Viet, a historical text that dates back to the 15th century. The text mentions a prominent figure named Truong Han Sieu, who was a high-ranking official during the Later Le Dynasty (1428-1789). Truong Han Sieu is celebrated for his contributions to the development of the Vietnamese legal system and his advocacy for social justice.
Another notable figure in Vietnamese history who bore the name Truong was Truong Dinh, a renowned military commander who lived during the 18th century. Truong Dinh played a crucial role in defending Vietnam against the Tay Son Rebellion, and his exploits are documented in various historical records from that era.
In more modern times, Truong Tan Sang (born in 1949) served as the President of Vietnam from 2011 to 2016. He was a respected political figure known for his efforts to promote economic development and international cooperation.
The name Truong has also been associated with literary figures, such as Truong Vinh Ky (1837-1898), a celebrated Vietnamese poet and scholar. His works, which explored themes of love, nature, and patriotism, are considered classics of Vietnamese literature.
Another prominent individual with the name Truong was Truong Nhu Tang (1629-1682), a renowned Buddhist monk and scholar who made significant contributions to the spread of Buddhism in Vietnam. His teachings and writings have had a lasting impact on Vietnamese Buddhist thought and practice.
While the name Truong has its roots in Vietnam, it has also found recognition in other parts of the world. For instance, Truong Tan Phat (born in 1974) is a Vietnamese-American businessman and philanthropist who has made notable contributions to various charitable causes.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Truong by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Truong 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #3849 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Truong: questions and answers
How popular is the name Truong in the UK right now?
In 2005, Truong was ranked #3849 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Truong most popular?
The peak year on record was 2005, with 3 babies registered as Truong in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Truong?
A Vietnamese gender-neutral name meaning "longevity" or "prominent person.".
How many people are called Truong in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Truong across the 1 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.