Holding steady.
Popularity of Hau since 1983
Babies named Hau per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 0 | 36 |
| 1990s | 0 | 31 |
| 2000s | 0 | 0 |
| 2010s | 29 | 42 |
| 2020s | 5 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Hau is a rare unisex name of Vietnamese origin, first recorded in U.S. baby name data in 1983. While its exact meaning is uncertain, it may be linked to the Vietnamese word 'hảo', meaning good or auspicious. The name has never ranked in the top 1000, indicating very low usage. Its peak year was 2013, though overall numbers remain small. The name has remained stable in its rare usage, with no significant upward trend. Hau is most commonly used as a masculine name, but also appears for girls, especially in Vietnamese-American communities. The name's simplicity and unique sound may appeal to parents seeking a short, uncommon name with cultural ties.
The name Hau is likely of Vietnamese origin, though its exact etymology is uncertain. It may be derived from the Vietnamese word 'hảo' meaning 'good' or 'auspicious', but this connection is not definitively established. The name has seen limited use in the United States since the 1980s, often as a masculine or unisex name.
Sibling names for Hau
Names that share Hau's style, for a brother or sister.
