East or winter
In Chinese, the name most commonly refers to the cardinal direction 'east' or the season 'winter,' depending on the specific character used. It is a very common surname and given name in East Asia, symbolizing new beginnings or the quiet strength of the cold season. In Vietnamese, it can also refer to 'copper' or 'money.'
Less common today
Dong isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,265 in 1991.
Former Acting President of the People's Republic of China
Chinese professional soccer player
Olympic gold medalist in trampoline
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
