Declining since 1985, #7,679 for boys today.
Popularity of Huy since 1975
Babies named Huy per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 87 |
| 1980s | 622 |
| 1990s | 462 |
| 2000s | 309 |
| 2010s | 176 |
| 2020s | 59 |
Meaning & origin
Huy is a Vietnamese given name that has seen modest use in the United States since the mid-1970s, first recorded in 1975. Its peak popularity occurred in 1982, but usage has generally declined since 1985. In 2025, the name ranked 7,679, with approximately 1 in 170,808 newborns named Huy. The name's meaning is uncertain, though it is often associated with brightness or radiance in Vietnamese culture. While Huy has not appeared in any top state rankings, it remains a recognizable name within Vietnamese-American communities. Its trajectory as a falling name suggests it is less common today than in previous decades.
Huy is a Vietnamese given name, likely of native origin. Its meaning is uncertain but is often associated with positive qualities such as brightness or radiance. The name has been in use in Vietnam for centuries but gained modest popularity among Vietnamese diaspora communities. It is typically unisex, though more common for boys.
Sibling names for Huy
Names that share Huy's style, for a brother or sister.
