Duy Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDwee / dwiːVietnamese
Meaning
to be brave; courageous
Historical & Cultural Background
Duy is a common Vietnamese name often given to boys. In Vietnamese culture, names are chosen for their meanings and the virtues they represent. The name reflects qualities that are valued in Vietnamese society, such as bravery and strength. It is often used in combination with other names to create unique meanings.
Similar Names
Variants
- Duy
- Duyet
International Variants
- Duy (Vietnamese)
Famous people named Duy
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Fictional characters named Duy
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Duy was first seen in the United States in 1978. Duy has ranked as high as #1063 nationally, which occurred in 1984, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Louisiana, and Oregon. In the past 5 years the name Duy has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Duy (2001)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 19 |
| 1980 | 23 |
| 1981 | 34 |
| 1982 | 43 |
| 1983 | 37 |
| 1984 | 59 |
| 1985 | 38 |
| 1986 | 35 |
| 1987 | 26 |
| 1988 | 40 |
| 1989 | 29 |
| 1990 | 27 |
| 1991 | 30 |
| 1992 | 32 |
| 1993 | 29 |
| 1994 | 24 |
| 1995 | 29 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 18 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 15 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 19 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 5 |