Find out how popular the first name Nhung has been for the last 23 years (from 1980 to 2002) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Nhung by gender

Based on the last 23 years of data, Nhung is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2002, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Nhung.

The history of the first name Nhung

Nhung is a Vietnamese given name that has its origins in the ancient Sino-Vietnamese vocabulary. It is derived from the Middle Chinese word 忷, which means "anxiety" or "uneasiness". The name likely emerged during the period of Chinese cultural influence in Vietnam, which began in the 1st century BCE and lasted until the 10th century CE.

One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Nhung can be found in the Annals of Dai Viet, a historical text compiled in the 15th century CE. This text mentions a woman named Ngo Thi Nhung, who lived during the Tran Dynasty (1225-1400 CE) and was known for her skill in weaving.

In the 17th century, there was a famous Vietnamese poet and scholar named Nguyen Nhung (1613-1673). He was renowned for his contributions to the development of the Chu Nom script, which was used to write the Vietnamese language before the modern Vietnamese alphabet was adopted.

Another notable figure with the name Nhung was Tran Thi Nhung (1838-1896), a Vietnamese revolutionary who fought against French colonial rule in the late 19th century. She is remembered as a heroine of the Can Vuong movement, which sought to restore Vietnamese independence.

In the 20th century, Nhung Nguyen (1930-2016) was a Vietnamese-American author and poet who wrote extensively about her experiences as a refugee and immigrant. Her works helped to shed light on the struggles and resilience of the Vietnamese diaspora.

More recently, Nhung Guyen (born 1985) is a Vietnamese-American fashion designer who has gained recognition for her sustainable and ethically-produced clothing line. Her designs have been featured in numerous fashion magazines and worn by celebrities.

While the name Nhung may have originated from a word associated with anxiety or uneasiness, it has been borne by many remarkable individuals throughout Vietnamese history, reflecting the strength, creativity, and perseverance of those who carried this name.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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