Sinh first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Sinh has been for the last 10 years (from 1983 to 1992) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Sinh

Of Vietnamese origin, meaning "life" or "to be born".

Popularity of Sinh by gender

Based on the last 10 years of data, Sinh is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 1992, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Sinh.

Year Male Count Female Count
1992 5 0
1983 6 0

The history of the first name Sinh

The name Sinh has its origins in the Vietnamese language and culture. It is derived from the Vietnamese word "sinh" which means "to be born" or "to give birth." This name has been in use in Vietnam for centuries and has deep cultural and historical significance.

In ancient Vietnamese texts and historical records, the name Sinh appears in various contexts, often associated with the concept of new life, fertility, and the cycle of birth and rebirth. Some scholars believe that the name may have been used in rituals and ceremonies related to birth and renewal.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Sinh can be found in the Nguyen Dynasty (1802-1945), when a prominent Vietnamese scholar and poet named Nguyen Sinh Sac (1786-1853) rose to fame for his literary works and contributions to Vietnamese culture.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Sinh. Among them are:

  1. Ho Sinh Tuan (1820-1890), a Vietnamese military leader and general who played a significant role in the resistance against French colonial rule in the late 19th century.

  2. Nguyen Sinh Sac (1786-1853), mentioned earlier, a celebrated Vietnamese poet and scholar during the Nguyen Dynasty.

  3. Vo Sinh Nam (1894-1968), a prominent Vietnamese artist and painter known for his traditional Vietnamese lacquer paintings and contributions to the development of modern Vietnamese art.

  4. Nguyen Sinh Hung (1922-1988), a Vietnamese revolutionary and politician who served as the first Vice President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.

  5. Nguyen Sinh Cung (1939-1975), better known by his revolutionary name Ho Chi Minh, the legendary Vietnamese leader and revolutionary who led the struggle for independence against French and American forces.

The name Sinh has maintained its popularity and cultural significance in Vietnam, with many parents choosing to name their children Sinh as a way to honor their cultural heritage and the concept of new life and renewal.

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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