Holding steady.
Popularity of Hiep since 1980
Babies named Hiep per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 80 |
| 1990s | 28 |
| 2000s | 12 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Hiep is a Vietnamese name that first entered U.S. Social Security records in 1980. Its usage peaked in 1983, when it ranked among the least common names. Since that peak year, it has remained a rare but consistently used name, with a stable trajectory showing no significant increase or decline. The name has been almost exclusively given to boys, and it has not appeared in any top state rankings, reflecting its low overall frequency. Its etymology is uncertain but likely relates to harmony or peace, drawing from Chinese-derived Vietnamese vocabulary. While not common globally, Hiep is recognizable as a Vietnamese name and is used sparingly among the diaspora.
Hiep is a Vietnamese given name, likely derived from the Sino-Vietnamese element 协 (hiệp) meaning 'to unite' or 'harmonious'. It entered use as a personal name in Vietnam, often given to boys. Outside of Vietnam, the name has seen limited use among Vietnamese diaspora communities, with a peak in the United States in 1983. Its usage has remained rare and stable over time.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Hiep, Hiệp
Sibling names for Hiep
Names that share Hiep's style, for a brother or sister.
