Which traditional Vietnamese names are still popular today?

A traditional yet timeless Vietnamese girl’s name is Am, which means lunar. In Vietnamese culture, the Moon is symbolic of prosperity. Anh is another traditional name that means peace or bravery. It’s a name that has been used since the 1880s.

Which Vietnamese names are inspired by nature or natural elements?

Chi or branch, Tuyết or snow, and Diệp or leaf as inspired by nature. Most of these are gender-neutral.

Which names are associated with Vietnamese historical or literary figures?

Many Vietnamese names have been borne by notable historical figures. For example, Ho Chi Minh was a Vietnamese revolutionary. Le Loi was a Vietnamese rebel leader and the founder of the Later Lê dynasty. Nguyen Trai was an illustrious Vietnamese Confucian scholar born in 1380.

What do Vietnamese girl names usually mean?

Vietnamese girl names often reflect virtues and personality traits. These include intelligence, possessing knowledge, or a warm and loving nature. The names also symbolize elements of nature like apricot tree, Chrysanthemum flower, willow tree, and the like.

What are the traditional naming customs in Vietnam?

Vietnamese names are written in the following format: family name, middle name, and personal name. The names are patrilinear and the middle name acts as a secondary personal name. Many people in Vietnam do not have middle names at all.

Which Vietnamese girl names have been influenced by Chinese culture?

The Chinese gave the Vietnamese their last names. So many Vietnamese names show the influences of Chinese culture. Some of them include An, Anh, Nga, Binh, and Oanh.

How do Vietnamese boy names differ from girl names in meaning or style?

Vietnamese boy names do not differ much from girls mainly because they are unisex. Typical names are inspired by traditional and modern styles. There is no demarcation between a girls or a boys name. It’s only the middle name that indicates the gender.

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11 Vietnamese Girl Names with Meanings, Starting With T

Written by Shikha Thakur, MBA

Edited by Siddharth Kesiraju, MA, Certification in Relationship Coaching

Fact-checked by Praggya Joshi, MA, BEd

Last Updated on Oct 3, 2023

Illustration: MomJunction Design Team

Name	Gender	Meaning
Ti	Girl	Small; Poetry; Supplanter
Thanh	Girl	Sound; Voice; Green; Young
Tuyen	Girl	Archangel; Messenger
Tuyet	Girl	A girl whose complexion is fair like snowflakes
Tien-Name-Meaning:-Origins,-History,-And-Popularity-Guide	Girl	Immortal; Fairy; Celestial being
Thi	Girl	Poetry; Verse
Thao	Girl	Courteous; Respectful of parents; Grass; Herbs
Tham	Girl	She who has discreet grace
Thy	Boy	Poetry; Poem; Verse
Than	Girl	A million; Brilliant; To explain; Old; Death

Thylane	Girl	Hang; Water; Poetry; Mountain mist; Orchid

Infographic: Top Vietnamese Girl Names with Meanings, Starting With T

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Shikha is a writer-turned-editor at MomJunction, with over seven years of experience in the field of content. Having done a certification in Relationship Coaching, her core interest lies in writing articles that guide couples through their courtship to marriage and parenthood.

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Praggya Joshi holds a bachelor's degree in Education and a master's in Ancient Indian History from University of Delhi. She has a robust knowledge of literature, society, and ethics. Praggya has been a content writer since 2021, researching and writing on education, health and wellness, and travel.

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