Nhi Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationnee / niːVietnamese
Meaning
little one; small
Historical & Cultural Background
Nhi is a common name in Vietnam, often used for girls. It is derived from the Vietnamese word for 'small' or 'little.' The name reflects cultural values of affection and endearment towards children. In Vietnamese culture, names often carry significant meanings and are chosen with care.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nhi was first seen in the United States in 1979. Nhi has ranked as high as #1255 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Virginia, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Nhi has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nhi (2019)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 32 |
| 1988 | 35 |
| 1989 | 25 |
| 1990 | 41 |
| 1991 | 40 |
| 1992 | 37 |
| 1993 | 35 |
| 1994 | 34 |
| 1995 | 41 |
| 1996 | 40 |
| 1997 | 26 |
| 1998 | 23 |
| 1999 | 43 |
| 2000 | 32 |
| 2001 | 40 |
| 2002 | 25 |
| 2003 | 28 |
| 2004 | 26 |
| 2005 | 34 |
| 2006 | 33 |
| 2007 | 37 |
| 2008 | 24 |
| 2009 | 20 |
| 2010 | 27 |
| 2011 | 20 |
| 2012 | 27 |
| 2013 | 24 |
| 2014 | 22 |
| 2015 | 19 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 15 |