Tuan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTwan / tʊənVietnamese
Meaning
gentle; kind
Historical & Cultural Background
Tuan 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 such as kindness and gentleness, which are valued traits in Vietnamese society. It is also associated with various historical figures and cultural references in Vietnam.
Trend Summary
The name Tuan has seen consistent use in Vietnamese communities, though it is less common in other cultures.
Similar Names
Variants
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International Variants
- Tuan (Vietnamese)
Famous people named Tuan
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Fictional characters named Tuan
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tuan was first seen in the United States in 1971. Tuan has ranked as high as #1056 nationally, which occurred in 1982, and has been most popular in California, Louisiana, Texas, Kansas, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Tuan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tuan (2008)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1975 | 16 |
| 1976 | 28 |
| 1977 | 25 |
| 1978 | 49 |
| 1979 | 47 |
| 1980 | 57 |
| 1981 | 75 |
| 1982 | 93 |
| 1983 | 83 |
| 1984 | 77 |
| 1985 | 80 |
| 1986 | 72 |
| 1987 | 59 |
| 1988 | 59 |
| 1989 | 55 |
| 1990 | 43 |
| 1991 | 45 |
| 1992 | 45 |
| 1993 | 40 |
| 1994 | 29 |
| 1995 | 26 |
| 1996 | 24 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 24 |
| 2000 | 30 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 21 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2021 | 6 |