Zheng

Zheng is a British surname of Chinese origin. It is believed to have been brought to the United Kingdom by Chinese immigrants or individuals with Chinese heritage.

The surname Zheng is of Chinese descent and might originate from Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan or other regions with Chinese communities. In Chinese culture, surnames are usually written before the given name. The surname Zheng could have multiple meanings or origins depending on the specific Chinese character used to write it.

In the United Kingdom, the surname Zheng is not as common as traditional British surnames, but its presence reflects the multicultural makeup of British society. Members of the British-Chinese community may bear the surname Zheng, along with other surnames of various origins.

The presence of the surname Zheng in the UK showcases the diverse and inclusive nature of the country, where people from different cultural backgrounds have enriched British society through their contributions in various fields such as business, arts, science, and more.

There are approximately 1,023 people named Zheng in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,242nd most common surname in Britain. Around 16 in a million people in Britain are named Zheng.

Region of origin: Asia

Country of origin: China

Language of origin: Chinese

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Gang
  • Hong
  • Jian
  • Jin
  • Jinghai
  • Ming
  • Rui
  • Wei
  • Wen
  • Xiao
  • Yan
  • Yi
  • Yun

Female

  • Jing
  • Li
  • Linda
  • Mei
  • Ping
  • Ting
  • Xin
  • Xue
  • Yi
  • Ying

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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