Holding steady.
Popularity of Phu since 1980
Babies named Phu per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 124 |
| 1990s | 99 |
| 2000s | 43 |
| 2010s | 11 |
| 2020s | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Phu is a Vietnamese name with Sino-Vietnamese origins, typically associated with meanings like 'wealth' or 'prosperity.' In U.S. Social Security data, the name first appeared in 1980 and reached its peak usage in 1987, though it has never entered the top 1000. Its trajectory has been stable, with an average of roughly 5 births per year in recent decades. The name is unisex, though it is more often recorded for boys. Phu is not concentrated in any particular state, reflecting its use among the Vietnamese American community nationwide. While the name has declined in overall frequency since its 1987 peak, it remains a meaningful choice for families honoring Vietnamese heritage.
Phu originates from Vietnamese, where it is often derived from Sino-Vietnamese characters meaning 'wealth' or 'prosperity.' It is a unisex name that has been used in Vietnam and among the Vietnamese diaspora. The name gained modest use in the United States starting in the 1980s, reflecting immigration patterns. Phu remains primarily a given name in Vietnamese culture.
Sibling names for Phu
Names that share Phu's style, for a brother or sister.
