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Trinh

TRIN · Of uncertain origin; possibly a Vietnamese name meaning 'dignity' or 'majesty'.

Peak popularity
1982
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Trinh since 1976

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

91827198020002020Most births 1982Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1970s16
1980s187
1990s147
2000s79
2010s14
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Trinh is a Vietnamese name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1976, reflecting the wave of Vietnamese immigration after the Vietnam War. Its peak usage occurred in 1982, but it has remained a stable but rare choice since then, never breaking into the top 1000. While the name's exact meaning is debated, it is commonly linked to the Sino-Vietnamese word for 'dignity' or 'chastity'. Trinh is also a well-known Vietnamese surname, which may influence its perception as a given name. In the United States, it is used almost exclusively for girls, maintaining a quiet presence among families honoring Vietnamese heritage.

Trinh is a Vietnamese given name, likely stemming from a Sino-Vietnamese word (trinh) meaning 'chastity' or 'dignity'. It is also a common Vietnamese surname. As a given name, it has been used in Vietnam for centuries, particularly for girls, and gained some usage in Western countries after the Vietnam War.

Sibling names for Trinh

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

Sisters: Linh, Minh, Hanh, Thuy, Nhung

Brothers: Tuan, Hung, Anh, Duc, Quang

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Trinh mean?
Trinh is a Vietnamese name often associated with concepts like 'chastity', 'dignity', or 'majesty', derived from a Sino-Vietnamese word.
How popular is the name Trinh?
Trinh has never ranked among the top 1000 names in the US. According to Social Security data, its peak year was 1982, but it remains a relatively rare name.
Is Trinh a boy or girl name?
Trinh is primarily a feminine name in Vietnamese usage, though it can be unisex. In the US, it is almost exclusively given to girls.