Thanh Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationTahn / tʰaːŋVietnamese
Meaning
peaceful; calm
Historical & Cultural Background
Thanh is a common name in Vietnam, often associated with positive attributes such as tranquility and harmony. It is used for boys and can also be part of compound names. The name reflects cultural values emphasizing peace and serenity in Vietnamese society.
Trend Summary
The name Thanh has maintained a steady presence in Vietnamese communities.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Thanh was first seen in the United States in 1976. Thanh has ranked as high as #1075 nationally, which occurred in 1982, and has been most popular in California, Louisiana, Colorado, and Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Thanh has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Thanh (2006)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1977 | 14 |
| 1978 | 12 |
| 1979 | 39 |
| 1980 | 32 |
| 1981 | 67 |
| 1982 | 74 |
| 1983 | 57 |
| 1984 | 49 |
| 1985 | 45 |
| 1986 | 46 |
| 1987 | 46 |
| 1988 | 37 |
| 1989 | 41 |
| 1990 | 45 |
| 1991 | 35 |
| 1992 | 33 |
| 1993 | 38 |
| 1994 | 30 |
| 1995 | 35 |
| 1996 | 27 |
| 1997 | 18 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 28 |
| 2000 | 25 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 21 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2021 | 5 |