Liem Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationLEE-em / liːɛmVietnamese; Chinese
Meaning
Vietnamese: 'strength'; Chinese: 'beautiful'
Historical & Cultural Background
Liem is a name commonly found in Vietnam, where it is often associated with strength and resilience. In Chinese culture, the name can also signify beauty, reflecting the importance of aesthetics in naming practices. The name has gained some recognition outside of its cultural origins, particularly in Western countries. It is relatively uncommon but has been embraced by some families for its unique sound and meaning.
Similar Names
Variants
- Liem
- Liêm
International Variants
- Liem (Vietnamese)
- Liêm (Vietnamese)
Famous people named Liem
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Liem was first seen in the United States in 1981. Liem has ranked as high as #1297 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Liem has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Liem (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 20 |
| 2008 | 25 |
| 2009 | 31 |
| 2010 | 34 |
| 2011 | 49 |
| 2012 | 40 |
| 2013 | 49 |
| 2014 | 45 |
| 2015 | 41 |
| 2016 | 45 |
| 2017 | 34 |
| 2018 | 18 |
| 2019 | 23 |
| 2020 | 26 |
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2022 | 25 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 16 |