Viet Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationvee-et / viːɛtVietnamese
Meaning
Vietnamese: 'the Vietnamese'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Viet is derived from the Vietnamese word for 'Vietnamese' and is often used to denote someone from Vietnam. It reflects the cultural identity and heritage of the Vietnamese people. The name is commonly associated with pride in one's nationality and cultural roots. In Vietnam, names often carry significant meaning and are chosen with care to reflect familial and cultural values.
Trend Summary
The name Viet has seen consistent use within Vietnamese communities but is less common in broader contexts.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Viet was first seen in the United States in 1975. Viet has ranked as high as #1084 nationally, which occurred in 1982, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Kansas, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Viet has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Viet (2008)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 23 |
| 1976 | 36 |
| 1977 | 17 |
| 1978 | 30 |
| 1979 | 30 |
| 1980 | 34 |
| 1981 | 47 |
| 1982 | 65 |
| 1983 | 56 |
| 1984 | 45 |
| 1985 | 34 |
| 1986 | 42 |
| 1987 | 44 |
| 1988 | 31 |
| 1989 | 32 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 42 |
| 1992 | 29 |
| 1993 | 30 |
| 1994 | 35 |
| 1995 | 24 |
| 1996 | 25 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2002 | 21 |
| 2003 | 25 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2005 | 22 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 20 |
| 2008 | 18 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2023 | 5 |