"Angel, fairy, heavenly being"
Origin: Vietnamese
Language: Vietnamese
Tuyen
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A distinctive 1-syllable girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Southeast Asian
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Historical Record
Tuyen first appeared in US Social Security records in 1980.
Over 160 babies have been named Tuyen in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Tuyen is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #58,874 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #58,874
- Total SSA Count
- 5
- Cultural Origins
- Vietnamese Southeast Asian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Tu
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Distinctive pick, elegant style, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Timeless choice, elegant style, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
Middle Names
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Tuyen is also used as a boy name, ranked #15171.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tuyen
What does the name Tuyen mean?
"Angel, fairy, heavenly being" (from Vietnamese)
What is the origin of the name Tuyen?
Tuyen has Vietnamese and Southeast Asian origins. In Vietnamese, it means "Angel, fairy, heavenly being".
Is Tuyen a boy or girl name?
Tuyen is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #58874. As a boy name, it is ranked #15171. Tuyen is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Tuyen?
Tuyen is currently ranked #58874 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Tuyen?
Popular middle name pairings include Tuyen Linh, Tuyen Ngoc, Tuyen Marie, and Tuyen Grace.
What are good sibling names for Tuyen?
Names that pair well with Tuyen as siblings include Linh, Hoa, Minh, and Lan.
How many syllables does Tuyen have?
Tuyen has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Tuyen a common or rare name?
Tuyen is an uncommon name, ranked #58874 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Tuyen
Tuyen is a girl name with Vietnamese and Southeast Asian origins . The name means "Angel, fairy, heavenly being" in Vietnamese .
Is Tuyen a boy or girl name? Tuyen is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #58,874 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #15,171. Tuyen is more commonly used as a boy name.
Tuyen is currently ranked #58,874 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Tuyen has 1 syllable, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Tuyen include Tu. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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