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Thinh

THIN · Prosperity, affluence, or abundance.

Peak popularity
1986
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Thinh since 1978

Babies named Thinh per year in U.S. Social Security records.

4913198020002020Most births 1986Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1970s10
1980s71
1990s66
2000s44
2010s36
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Thinh, or Thịnh with its tonal mark, is a Vietnamese name carrying the desirable meaning of prosperity and abundance. First recorded in the United States in 1978, the name had its most frequent year of use in 1986, reflecting a modest peak. Since then, its usage has remained stable but rare, never ranking among the top names. The name is rooted in Sino-Vietnamese vocabulary, derived from the Chinese character for flourishing, and aligns with traditional Vietnamese naming practices that favor aspirational meanings. While not widely used, Thinh is a distinctive choice for families honoring Vietnamese heritage.

Thịnh is a Vietnamese name of Sino-Vietnamese origin, derived from the Chinese character 盛 (shèng), meaning 'prosperous', 'flourishing', or 'abundant'. It has been used in Vietnam as a given name for boys, particularly common since the late 20th century. The name reflects traditional values of success and prosperity.

Sibling names for Thinh

Names that share Thinh's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Anh, Linh, Mai, Thanh, Van

Brothers: Duc, Hai, Hung, Minh, Tam

A parent animal hugging its little one, the personalized name page

T is for Thinh, our favorite little boy.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Thinh mean?
Thinh, often spelled Thịnh with a tonal mark, means prosperity, affluence, or abundance. It is of Vietnamese origin.
How popular is the name Thinh?
Thinh has been recorded in U.S. Social Security data since 1978. It reached its peak popularity in 1986, but overall usage is rare and remains relatively stable.
Is Thinh a boy's name or a girl's name?
Thinh is traditionally a boy's name in Vietnamese culture.