The nameMinh

Minh is a Vietnamese name, mostly for boys.

Meaning

From the Vietnamese minh, "bright, clever".

Origin

Vietnamese.

History

In France it has been given since the 1950s, most often in the 1980s.

Popularity of the name Minh

Minh in France

4037thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
1986peak year (25 births)
730babies named Minh in France since 1900
01325 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Minh was most popular in France in the 1980s, with 180 births over the decade, 25% of all recorded babies named Minh. Its rise began around 1954, and it peaked in 1986. Half of all babies named Minh in France were born before 1993.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Minh mean?

From the Vietnamese minh, "bright, clever".

What is the origin of the name Minh?

Vietnamese.

Is Minh a girl's or a boy's name?

Minh is a boy's name.