Declining since 1985, #8,243 for boys today.
Popularity of Hieu since 1976
Babies named Hieu per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 16 |
| 1980s | 286 |
| 1990s | 253 |
| 2000s | 155 |
| 2010s | 92 |
| 2020s | 34 |
Meaning & origin
The Vietnamese name Hieu (pronounced 'hyoo') has been recorded in the United States since 1976, though its peak year was 1984, when it ranked 8,243rd overall. While the exact meaning is debated, it likely derives from Sino-Vietnamese characters associated with virtues such as filial piety or goodness. The name's trajectory has been steadily falling since 1985, reflecting broader naming trends among Vietnamese-American families. Despite its decline in popularity, Hieu remains a culturally significant name, especially within the Vietnamese diaspora.
Hieu is a Vietnamese given name of uncertain meaning. It may derive from Sino-Vietnamese characters such as 孝 (hiếu) 'filial piety' or 好 (hǎo) 'good, virtuous'. The name has been used in Vietnam for centuries but became more common among Vietnamese diaspora communities after the 1970s.
Sibling names for Hieu
Names that share Hieu's style, for a brother or sister.
