Hien Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationhee-en / hiːɛnVietnamese
Meaning
Peaceful; calm
Historical & Cultural Background
Hien is a common name in Vietnam, often given to boys. It reflects values of tranquility and harmony, which are significant in Vietnamese culture. The name can also be associated with various historical figures in Vietnamese history. It is often used in combination with other names to create unique meanings.
Similar Names
Variants
- Hien
- Hiền
International Variants
- Hien (Vietnamese)
Famous people named Hien
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Fictional characters named Hien
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hien was first seen in the United States in 1979. Hien has ranked as high as #1124 nationally, which occurred in 1985, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Hien has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hien (1999)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 16 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 20 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1991 | 18 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2016 | 7 |