Yung

Yung is a surname of Chinese origin, often associated with individuals of Cantonese ancestry. In contemporary British society, the surname Yung is a relatively uncommon but distinguished family name. It can be traced back to the migration of Chinese individuals to the United Kingdom, particularly during the mid-19th to 20th centuries.

Although the surname Yung is rooted in Chinese culture, it has found a place in the diverse tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the integration of various ethnicities within the United Kingdom. Families bearing the surname Yung contribute to the multicultural society of Britain, exemplifying the rich heritage and global connections that characterise modern British identity.

As with many surnames, the significance and meaning of Yung may vary depending on the specific lineage and historical context of each individual or family. Despite its relative rarity, the surname Yung carries with it a sense of cultural heritage and ancestral pride for those who bear it within the British population.

There are approximately 506 people named Yung in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Yung.

Region of origin: Asia

Country of origin: China

Language of origin: Chinese

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Chi
  • Chuan
  • David
  • Ka
  • Kai
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Peter
  • Sean
  • Thomas
  • Timothy
  • Wai
  • William
  • Yau

Female

  • Angela
  • Chan
  • Donna
  • Hoi
  • Justine
  • Kam
  • Kim
  • Sau
  • Siu
  • Susan
  • Victoria
  • Wing
  • Yihua
  • Ying
  • Yuk

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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