Pang is a distinctive and uncommon given name of Chinese origin. It is derived from the Chinese surname pang, which means "fat" or "plump," though it should be noted that the name does not carry any specific meaning related to appearance when used as a given name. Pang is not a common name in Western cultures but can be found among people of Asian descent, particularly those with Chinese heritage. It is often associated with notable individuals such as British actor James Pang and American basketball player Jeremy Lin (also known as "Linsanity"), who has the middle name Pang.
The name Pang experienced significant popularity during the early to mid-1980s, with a peak of 44 births in 1984. However, it declined notably afterwards, dropping from 32 births in 1986 to just 6 births in 1998.