"faith; trust; belief"
Origin: Vietnamese
Language: English
Tin
Pronunciation: [ t-IHN ]
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- tin (metal) in English
The Story of Tin
Tin is a Vietnamese masculine given name meaning "faith," "trust," or "belief." In Vietnamese culture, names carry profound meaning and are often chosen to express the values parents wish to instill in their child. Tin reflects the virtue of trustworthiness — a quality deeply respected in Vietnamese society, where family honor and personal integrity are central to one's identity.
Tin has been a common Vietnamese name for generations, particularly in southern Vietnam. Its simple one-syllable structure makes it easy to combine with family names and middle names in the traditional Vietnamese naming system.
In Vietnamese naming tradition, names are chosen for their meaning and tonal qualities. Tin carries the "level" (bằng) tone, which Vietnamese culture often associates with calm and steadiness — qualities perfectly matching its meaning of trustworthiness.
Historical Record
Tin first appeared in US Social Security records in 1979.
Over 436 babies have been named Tin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Tin is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #26,239 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Vietnamese names traditionally list the family name first, so Tin would appear as the given name last
- The name Tin is written with the Vietnamese diacritical mark as "Tín" when carrying the sắc (rising) tone
- One-syllable Vietnamese names are often combined into a two or three-name sequence for formal identification
Tin in Other Languages
Korean
신 (Sin)
Chinese
信 (Xìn)
English
Tin
Japanese
信 (Shin)
Popularity Over Time
#26,239
Current Rank
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Hidden Gem
Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Tin
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Nguyen Tan Dung
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1949
Vietnamese politician and Prime Minister of Vietnam (2006-2016)
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #26,239
- Total SSA Count
- 5
- Cultural Origins
- Vietnamese Southeast Asian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tin
What does the name Tin mean?
"faith; trust; belief" (from Vietnamese). Tin is a Vietnamese masculine given name meaning "faith," "trust," or "belief." In Vietnamese culture, names carry profound meaning and are often chosen to express the values parents wish to instill in their child. Tin reflects the virtue of trustworthiness — a quality deeply respected in Vietnamese society, where family honor and personal integrity are central to one's identity.
What is the origin of the name Tin?
Tin has Vietnamese and Southeast Asian origins. In Vietnamese, it means "faith; trust; belief".
Is Tin a boy or girl name?
Tin is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Tin?
Tin is pronounced t-IHN.
How popular is the name Tin?
Tin is currently ranked #26239 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Tin?
Popular middle name pairings include Tin Van, Tin Minh, Tin Quoc, Tin Duc, and Tin Huy.
What are good sibling names for Tin?
Names that pair well with Tin as siblings include Binh, Minh, Lan, Hoa, and Nam.
How many syllables does Tin have?
Tin has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Tin a common or rare name?
Tin is an uncommon name, ranked #26239 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Tin
Tin is a boy name with Vietnamese and Southeast Asian origins . The name means "faith; trust; belief" in Vietnamese .
Tin is currently ranked #26,239 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Tin has 1 syllable and is pronounced t-IHN, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
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