Zhung

Zhung is a surname and, less commonly, a given name. In English-language contexts, Zhung typically arises as an anglicized spelling of one or more East Asian surnames that were transliterated from Chinese, Korean, or Southeast Asian origins. Because transliteration systems and dialects vary, the same spelling can reflect different original characters and lineages. In Chinese contexts, Zhung may correspond to surnames pronounced with a zh or j sound in Mandarin or other dialects; in Cantonese-speaking communities, it is sometimes related to spellings such as Cheung or Chung. The form Zhung thus signals a family name rather than a single fixed character, with multiple possible origins depending on ancestry and immigration history.

The surname is found among Chinese diaspora populations in North America, Europe, Australia, and Southeast Asia, reflecting patterns of migration and assimilation. It is more common in certain communities where alternative spellings like Chung, Cheung, Chang, or Zhang also occur, illustrating the broader diversity of transliteration practices.

As a given name, Zhung is rare. Pronunciation can vary by region, but in many English-language contexts it is spoken as juhng or zhong.

Notable individuals with the surname exist across professions, illustrating the name’s widespread use rather than a single lineage. See also: Chung, Cheung, Chang, Zhang, Zhong.