Holding steady.
Popularity of Truc since 1980
Babies named Truc per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 82 | 7 |
| 1990s | 78 | 5 |
| 2000s | 61 | 5 |
| 2010s | 5 | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Truc is a Vietnamese name that appeared in U.S. birth records starting in 1980. It never reached the ranked top 1000, and its usage remains exceedingly rare. The name's peak year was 1999, the year it saw its highest recorded frequency. In recent years, it has maintained a stable trajectory, with very few births annually. While no top states have been associated with the name, its usage is likely concentrated in areas with Vietnamese-American communities. The name's meaning and origin are debated, but it is commonly linked to the Vietnamese word for 'bamboo,' Trúc. As a rare and culturally specific name, Truc offers a distinctive choice for families honoring Vietnamese heritage.
Truc is a Vietnamese name, often a romanization of Trúc, meaning 'bamboo' in Sino-Vietnamese. It may also be a standalone given name or a short form of compound names like Trúc Mai. Its use in the United States remains rare, with sporadic records since 1980.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Truc, Trúc, Truc Mai
Sibling names for Truc
Names that share Truc's style, for a brother or sister.
