WANG
Wang
The surname Wang is of Chinese origin and is one of the most common Chinese surnames. It is pronounced as "Wong" in Cantonese and "Wang" in Mandarin. Despite its Chinese origins, the surname Wang has also been adopted by some non-Chinese individuals, including those of British descent.
In British society, the surname Wang is often seen as exotic and distinctive. It is a testament to the multicultural nature of contemporary British society and highlights the influence of globalisation on the country's demographics.
Individuals bearing the surname Wang in the United Kingdom may have diverse backgrounds and histories, ranging from Chinese immigrants who have settled in the UK to individuals with mixed Chinese and British heritage. The surname Wang reflects the rich tapestry of identities that make up modern Britain.
There are approximately 7,577 people named Wang in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,240th most common surname in Britain. Around 116 in a million people in Britain are named Wang.
Region of origin: Asia
Country of origin: China
Language of origin: Chinese
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Hong
- Jian
- Jin
- Jing
- Lei
- Qi
- Wei
- Xiao
- Yan
- Yong
- Yu
- Yun
Female
- Hui
- Jing
- Jun
- Li
- Lin
- Ling
- Mei
- Ping
- Qi
- Qian
- Rui
- Xin
- Yi
- Ying