Holding steady.
Popularity of Huong since 1976
Babies named Huong per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 79 |
| 1980s | 344 |
| 1990s | 129 |
| 2000s | 21 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Huong is a Vietnamese name that entered U.S. birth records in 1976, derived directly from a word for fragrance or scent. The name reached its peak popularity in 1982, and has since remained stable in usage, though it has not ranked in the top 1000 nationally. As a name of Vietnamese origin, Huong reflects the cultural tradition of naming children after positive attributes or natural elements. Outside the Vietnamese community, the name is less common but appreciated for its melodic sound and gentle meaning. It is often combined with other names to form compound given names. The trajectory of the name shows consistent, if modest, usage, largely concentrated in communities with Vietnamese heritage.
Huong is a Vietnamese word directly meaning 'fragrance' or 'scent'. It is often used as a feminine given name in Vietnam, sometimes combined with other elements (e.g., Huong Lan, Huong Mai). The name reflects the cultural appreciation for natural beauty and aromatic plants. It has been in use since at least the late 20th century and remains common among Vietnamese speakers worldwide.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Hương (with diacritic), Huong
Sibling names for Huong
Names that share Huong's style, for a brother or sister.
