Tuan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Tuan originates from Vietnamese, meaning 'talented' or 'handsome'. It has evolved through historical forms in the Vietnamese language. Tuan is often associated with positive traits and does not have biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 20th century and remains a common name in modern Vietnam.
The name Tuan is most popular in Louisiana, 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. From 2020-2022, Tuan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Tuan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2603rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1444th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5395th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11932nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Tuan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tuan"
Pronunciation
/tʊˈɑːn/
Origin
Vietnamese
Etymology
The name Tuan derives from the Vietnamese word meaning 'talented' or 'handsome'. It is commonly used in Vietnam and reflects qualities admired in individuals.
Meaning
talented, handsome
Language Evolution
Tuan (Vietnamese), Tuanh (Old Vietnamese), Tuan (Modern Vietnamese)
Historical Usage
The name Tuan has been used in Vietnam for centuries, becoming more popular in the 20th century as Vietnam underwent significant social and cultural changes.
Variants & Derivatives
Tuan Anh, Tuan Kiet, Tuan Minh
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Tuan is a common name in Vietnam and is often associated with positive qualities such as intelligence and attractiveness.
Famous People
Tuan Anh, a well-known Vietnamese footballer, Nguyen Tuan, a prominent Vietnamese writer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tuan"
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 "Tuan"
"Tuan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2603rd of 10718 | 227 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1444th of 16616 | 905 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5395th of 24088 | 234 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 11932nd of 23106 | 51 |
Regional Popularity of "Tuan" 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) |
- | - |
39.71% 1397th/3518 |
34.67% 1402nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
52.13% 1921st/3685 |
- |
25.11% 1304th/5194 |
14.56% 920th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
63.95% 4677th/7313 |
51.03% 3808th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Tuan" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Tuan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tuan" 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.