Vast, expansive, or a seashell
In Chinese, the name Pang can have several meanings depending on the characters used, often referring to something vast or expansive. It is also found in Thai culture, where it can refer to a seashell or represent a sound. In a Western context, it is extremely rare and often functions as a surname.
Less common today
Pang isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,837 in 1991.
Chinese-American author of Bound Feet and Western Dress
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
