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Nguyen
BoyMeaning of Nguyen: Vietnamese: 'musical instrument' or 'a family name'
Nguyen is a boy's name most strongly associated with Vietnamese naming. It has 6 letters and 1 syllable, and it is a genuinely rare and unique choice — 12183rd most popular boys' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#12183
5 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
599
First recorded 1975 · peak 1992
Trend
stable
Style: rare
Popularity over time
Gender split
81% boys · 19% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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