There are
1663
Cheongs in the USA
Cheong is the
17072nd
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Cheong

MavisCheong

Mavis Cheong is a Singaporean writer known for her poetry and prose, which often explore themes of identity and heritage.

DavidCheong

David Cheong is a South Korean entrepreneur and co-founder of the global e-commerce platform Coupang.

ChermaineCheong

Chermaine Cheong is a Malaysian visual artist known for her abstract paintings that incorporate elements of nature and spirituality.

CheongKoon

Cheong Koon Hean is a Singaporean urban planner and CEO of the Housing and Development Board, known for her efforts in shaping Singapore's housing landscape.

CheongSoo

Cheong Soo Pieng was a Singaporean artist known for his pioneering role in the Nanyang art movement and his influential contributions to Southeast Asian modern art.

CheongWeng

Cheong Weng Chon is a Macanese politician who served as the Secretary for Social Affairs and Culture of Macau from 1999 to 2009.

CheongJun

Cheong Jun Hoong is a Malaysian diver who won a silver medal in the women's 10m platform event at the 2017 World Aquatics Championships.

CheongMoon

Cheong Moon Gyu is a South Korean actor known for his roles in films such as 'Peppermint Candy' and 'The Sword with No Name.'

CheongYip

Cheong Yip Seng is a Singaporean journalist and author who served as the editor-in-chief of 'The Straits Times' newspaper from 1986 to 2002.

CheongLaitong

Cheong Laitong is a Singaporean footballer who played as a forward for the national team and various club teams in the 1970s and 1980s.

Cheong Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Cheong' has origins in various East Asian cultures, including Chinese, Korean, and Macanese. It may have different meanings and origins depending on the specific culture and dialect.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Cheong' is mainly found in East Asian countries such as China, South Korea, and Macau, as well as in regions with significant East Asian diaspora communities.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Cheong' include 'Chang', 'Zhang', 'Cheng', 'Tseung', 'Tseong', 'Changi', 'Chiang', 'Tse', 'Sheung', and 'Seung'. These variations may reflect different romanization systems and dialectal pronunciations.
Migration and ImmigrationPeople with the surname 'Cheong' have migrated and immigrated to various countries as part of East Asian diaspora communities, particularly in countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and countries in Southeast Asia.