Hieu Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHyu / hɪəʊVietnamese
Meaning
Intelligent; wise
Historical & Cultural Background
Hieu is a common Vietnamese name, often associated with filial piety and respect for parents. It reflects cultural values emphasizing wisdom and intelligence. The name is frequently given to boys in Vietnam and is part of a broader tradition of naming that conveys moral virtues.
Similar Names
Variants
- Hiếu
International Variants
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Famous people named Hieu
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Fictional characters named Hieu
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hieu was first seen in the United States in 1976. Hieu has ranked as high as #1084 nationally, which occurred in 1984, and has been most popular in California, Texas, and Louisiana. In the past 5 years the name Hieu has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hieu (2014)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 13 |
| 1981 | 19 |
| 1982 | 23 |
| 1983 | 30 |
| 1984 | 38 |
| 1985 | 37 |
| 1986 | 29 |
| 1987 | 32 |
| 1988 | 32 |
| 1989 | 33 |
| 1990 | 19 |
| 1991 | 26 |
| 1992 | 38 |
| 1993 | 33 |
| 1994 | 31 |
| 1995 | 21 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 29 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 24 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 16 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 16 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 6 |