Yang, a unisex given name of Chinese origin, translates to 'ocean' or 'going forward'. It is composed of two characters: 扬 ('yang'), meaning 'rise', 'protrude', or 'go forward'; and 刚 ('gang'), signifying 'hard', 'strong', or 'rigid'. Yang has been used as a personal name in China for centuries, with notable historical figures bearing the name. In recent years, it has gained global popularity due to its unisex appeal and association with strength and progress.
"Yang saw a peak in popularity during the late 80s and early 90s, with six births each in 1985 and 1987, another six in 1989, and nine in 1993. However, it appears to have declined since then, with only five births each in 1997 and 2012."