TUNG
Tung
Tung is a British surname with origins rooted in the Chinese language. The surname is transliterated from Chinese characters, typically written as Dong or Tong. While it is less common in British heritage, the name may have been adopted by individuals of Chinese descent or through intercultural marriages.
The exact meaning and significance of the surname "Tung" vary based on the specific Chinese character used in its original form. Some possible interpretations include "east" or "hollow", depending on the character's context and pronunciation.
Individuals carrying the surname Tung have likely diversified through migration and cultural exchange, contributing to the rich tapestry of British surnames. The name reflects the intertwining of different cultures and serves as a reminder of the fusion of identities within the British populace.
There are approximately 335 people named Tung in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Tung.
Region of origin: Asia
Country of origin: China
Language of origin: Chinese
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Brian
- Chung
- Daniel
- Hao
- Jeremy
- John
- Ka
- Kenneth
- Kwang
- Man
- Michael
- Ming
- Siu
- Sukhjiwan
- Victor
Female
- Eva
- Hardeep
- Harsharan
- Jennifer
- Jenny
- Joanna
- June
- Samantha
- Siu
- Stephanie
- Sue
- Susan
- Ting
- Wing
- Yuchi