Deng Yang (died 9 February 249),[a] courtesy name Xuanmao,[2] was an official of the state of Cao Wei in the Three Kingdoms period of China.
At a young age, Deng Yang was already famous in Luoyang,[4] the imperial capital of the Cao Wei state in the Three Kingdoms period.
During this time, Cao Shuang appointed Deng Yang as the Administrator (太守) of Yingchuan Commandery (潁川郡) and later as a Chief Clerk (長史) under him.
As one of Cao Shuang's close aides, Deng Yang was subsequently promoted to Palace Attendant (侍中) and Master of Writing (尚書).
[16] Later, Sima Yi broke his promise as he had Cao Shuang and his supporters (including Deng Yang) arrested, charged with treason, and executed along with their families.