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UnisexVietnamese

Thanh

tahng

Letters5
Syllables1
OriginVietnamese

The Story of Thanh

This name, meaning 'clear and pure,' carries the tranquil essence of Vietnam, a gentle legacy waiting to embrace your child.

Thanh is a Vietnamese name derived from the Sino-Vietnamese character 'thanh,' meaning 'clear, pure, or righteous.' It has a long tradition of use in Vietnam, cherished for its positive connotations and melodic sound. This unisex name has been present in records for decades, traveling across cultures as families have moved, carrying with it the serene and upright spirit of its origin.

To say 'Thanh' is to speak a quiet truth. It has a peaceful resonance that feels grounding, like clear water or a sky without clouds. You can imagine whispering this name, feeling its gentle clarity and the inherent sense of integrity it carries. Writing 'Thanh' on your child's announcement will feel like inscribing a wish for clarity, purity, and a life lived with gentle purpose.

What It Means

From Sino-Vietnamese 清 (thanh) meaning "clear, pure, righteous". It is a popular unisex name in Vietnam.

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Gender Split

Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

  • Thanh Duy

    Vietnamese singer and television host.

  • Nguyen Thi Thanh

    Vietnamese long-distance runner.

Personality Traits

KindGentlePeacefulIntelligent

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Peak Year

#103 in 1981

Total Births

1,749

First Recorded

1976

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