Thieu
Vietnamese · Boy · 1 syllable
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About the name Thieu
Thieu is a Vietnamese given name meaning "few" or "little," derived from the Sino-Vietnamese root 用 (tiểu), which also carries connotations of being young or minor.
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Etymology
Thieu is a Vietnamese given name meaning "few" or "little," derived from the Sino-Vietnamese root 用 (tiểu), which also carries connotations of being young or minor. The name is primarily used in Vietnamese culture and has no specific religious association, though it became more widely recognized internationally through notable figures like Vietnamese-American entrepreneur An M. Thieu and historical political context during the Vietnam War era.
Thieu currently ranks #295 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2024.
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