Dong Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Dong Name at a Glance

Name	Dong
Meaning	East.
Origin	Korean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Dong Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Dong means “East”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Dong Name Origin

Our database records Dong under Korean origin. Browse more Korean baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Dong a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Dong is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Dong

When considering Dong for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.