Minh Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Minh is a Vietnamese name meaning 'bright' or 'clear', associated with intelligence. The name has evolved in the Vietnamese language and remains popular in contemporary society. It has no biblical significance but is historically rooted in Vietnamese culture. Notable individuals with this name include various figures from history and modern entertainment.
The name Minh is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Minh has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Minh' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3365th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1449th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2687th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3516th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 13555th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7071st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16753rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 17255th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Minh' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Minh"
Pronunciation
/mɪŋ/
Origin
Vietnamese
Etymology
The name Minh is derived from the Vietnamese word meaning 'bright' or 'clear'. It is often associated with intelligence and enlightenment.
Meaning
bright, clear, intelligent
Language Evolution
Minh (modern Vietnamese), Minh (historical Vietnamese forms)
Historical Usage
The name Minh has been popular in Vietnam for centuries and has gained recognition in Vietnamese communities around the world.
Variants & Derivatives
Minh Anh, Minh Tuấn, Minh Hằng
Modern Popularity & Image
Minh is a commonly used name in Vietnam, often viewed positively as it conveys qualities of brightness and intelligence.
Famous People
Minh Mang (Nguyễn dynasty emperor), Nguyễn Minh Khai (Vietnamese politician), Minh Hằng (popular Vietnamese actress)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Minh"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Minh"
"Minh" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3365th of 10718 | 148 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1449th of 16616 | 901 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2687th of 24088 | 642 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3516th of 23106 | 380 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 13555th of 19264 | 19 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7071st of 27321 | 167 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 16753rd of 35406 | 61 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 17255th of 30306 | 39 |
Regional Popularity of "Minh" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
52.27% 1839th/3518 |
37.54% 1518th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
48.18% 2156th/4475 |
26.95% 1400th/5194 |
15.17% 958th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
34.57% 2528th/7313 |
23.06% 1721st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
47.23% 3222nd/6822 |
33.01% 2072nd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Minh" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
86.39% 4487th/5194 |
52.62% 3324th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
94.43% 7047th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Minh"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Minh" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.