Holding steady.
Popularity of Toua since 1980
Babies named Toua per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 85 |
| 1990s | 85 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Toua is a name of Hmong origin, first recorded in the United States in 1980. It has never broken into the top 1000 rankings, and it is estimated that fewer than 1 in 1,000,000 newborns receive this name annually. Its peak usage occurred in 1993, when it was given to a modest number of boys. Usage has remained stable over the decades, with a trajectory that shows consistent but infrequent use. While no top states are recorded, the name is most common in communities with Hmong populations, such as Minnesota, Wisconsin, and California. Toua is a distinctive name without widespread variants, and it carries cultural significance within Hmong families.
Toua is a name commonly found among Hmong families, though its specific etymology is not well documented. It may function as a clan name or a given name within Hmong communities. The name has been recorded in the United States since at least 1980, reflecting Hmong immigration after the Vietnam War.
Sibling names for Toua
Names that share Toua's style, for a brother or sister.
