Pham
Vietnamese · Girl · 1 syllable
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About the name Pham
The given name 'Pham' is of Vietnamese origin, derived from the Chinese surname 'Fán' or 'Fan', which means 'to spread' or 'to scatter', and is rooted in the Chinese language.
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Etymology
The given name 'Pham' is of Vietnamese origin, derived from the Chinese surname 'Fán' or 'Fan', which means 'to spread' or 'to scatter', and is rooted in the Chinese language. The name 'Pham' is commonly used in Vietnamese culture, particularly among the Vietnamese people, and has no direct association with any specific religion.
Pham currently ranks #4,908 in the United States as a girl's name.
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