Minh Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmeen / miŋVietnamese
Meaning
bright; intelligent
Historical & Cultural Background
Minh is a common name in Vietnam, often used for boys. It is associated with positive attributes such as brightness and intelligence. The name reflects cultural values that emphasize education and wisdom. In Vietnamese culture, names often carry significant meanings and are chosen carefully by parents.
Similar Names
Variants
- Minh
International Variants
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Famous people named Minh
Minh Mang was the second emperor of the Nguyen dynasty in Vietnam, known for his efforts to modernize the country.
Minh Le is a Vietnamese-American game designer known for co-creating the popular game Counter-Strike.
Minh Tu Nguyen is a Vietnamese-American model and beauty queen who gained recognition in international pageants.
Fictional characters named Minh
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Minh was first seen in the United States in 1975. Minh has ranked as high as #1069 nationally, which occurred in 1982, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Pennsylvania, Florida, and Louisiana. In the past 5 years the name Minh has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Minh (2024)
State | Births | Share |
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TX | 8 | |
CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1975 | 6 |
1976 | 21 |
1977 | 16 |
1978 | 20 |
1979 | 35 |
1980 | 50 |
1981 | 67 |
1982 | 80 |
1983 | 70 |
1984 | 57 |
1985 | 59 |
1986 | 46 |
1987 | 50 |
1988 | 58 |
1989 | 46 |
1990 | 50 |
1991 | 42 |
1992 | 68 |
1993 | 58 |
1994 | 62 |
1995 | 40 |
1996 | 48 |
1997 | 57 |
1998 | 28 |
1999 | 33 |
2000 | 30 |
2001 | 40 |
2002 | 37 |
2003 | 50 |
2004 | 38 |
2005 | 41 |
2006 | 38 |
2007 | 45 |
2008 | 47 |
2009 | 35 |
2010 | 37 |
2011 | 40 |
2012 | 46 |
2013 | 23 |
2014 | 46 |
2015 | 39 |
2016 | 29 |
2017 | 36 |
2018 | 34 |
2019 | 32 |
2020 | 27 |
2021 | 20 |
2022 | 22 |
2023 | 33 |
2024 | 39 |