"gentle, humble"
Origin: Hmong
Language: Hmong
Dleh
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"cultural Hmong name with tonal meaning"
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The Story of Dleh
Dleh is a Hmong name from the Hmong people of Southeast Asia (Laos, Vietnam, Thailand, China) and their diaspora communities in the United States. Hmong names often carry meanings related to natural elements, virtues, or hopes. The Hmong tonal language means that Dleh represents specific tonal sounds that carry particular cultural meanings.
Dleh appears primarily within Hmong communities, particularly in the US states with large Hmong populations: Minnesota, California, and Wisconsin. Hmong Americans brought their rich naming traditions to the US following the Vietnam War and subsequent refugee resettlement.
The Hmong people have one of the richest oral traditions in Southeast Asia, and names carry significant cultural weight. Hmong Americans have maintained traditional naming practices as a form of cultural preservation, even as they adapt to American society.
Historical Record
Dleh first appeared in US Social Security records in 2017.
Over 10 babies have been named Dleh in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dleh is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #37,688 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Hmong are an ethnic group from the mountains of Southeast Asia who were recruited by the CIA during the Vietnam War
- Over 200,000 Hmong Americans live in the United States, with the largest communities in Minnesota and California
Dleh in Other Languages
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Dleh
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Popularity Over Time
#37,688
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Dleh is a Hmong name primarily used within Hmong communities in the US and Southeast Asia
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #37,688
- Total SSA Count
- 5
- Cultural Origins
- Hmong Southeast Asian
- Pronunciation
- Hard
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dleh
What does the name Dleh mean?
"gentle, humble" (from Hmong). "cultural Hmong name with tonal meaning" (from Hmong language). Dleh is a Hmong name from the Hmong people of Southeast Asia (Laos, Vietnam, Thailand, China) and their diaspora communities in the United States. Hmong names often carry meanings related to natural elements, virtues, or hopes. The Hmong tonal language means that Dleh represents specific tonal sounds that carry particular cultural meanings.
What is the origin of the name Dleh?
Dleh has Hmong, Hmong language, and Southeast Asian origins. In Hmong, it means "gentle, humble". In Hmong language, it means "cultural Hmong name with tonal meaning".
Is Dleh a boy or girl name?
Dleh is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Dleh?
Dleh is currently ranked #37688 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Dleh?
Popular middle name pairings include Dleh James, Dleh Lee, Dleh Vue, Dleh Yang, and Dleh Vang.
What are good sibling names for Dleh?
Names that pair well with Dleh as siblings include Kue, Yang, Vue, Yer, and Pao.
How many syllables does Dleh have?
Dleh has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Dleh a common or rare name?
Dleh is an uncommon name, ranked #37688 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Dleh
Dleh is a boy name with Hmong and Southeast Asian origins . The name means "gentle, humble" in Hmong .
Dleh is currently ranked #37,688 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Dleh has 1 syllable, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
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