Road, way, or the sun
In Vietnamese, the name Duong (ΔΖ°α»ng) can mean 'road' or 'path,' symbolizing a life's journey. When written as DΖ°Ζ‘ng, it refers to the 'ocean' or 'the sun,' often associated with the male principle of Yin and Yang. It is a common surname that is also frequently used as a given name.
Less common today
Duong isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,618 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
Former President of South Vietnam
Renowned Vietnamese novelist and political dissident
