Holding steady.
Popularity of Uyen since 1977
Babies named Uyen per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 23 |
| 1980s | 175 |
| 1990s | 96 |
| 2000s | 58 |
| 2010s | 45 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Uyen entered U.S. naming records in 1977, a time when Vietnamese names began appearing more frequently due to immigration. Its peak year came just four years later in 1981, though it never cracked national ranking lists. The name has maintained a stable but low-level presence since then, carried primarily within Vietnamese-American communities. While its exact etymology can vary between 'gentle' and 'cloud,' the name evokes softness and grace. Its rarity in the U.S. makes it a distinctive choice that honors Vietnamese heritage.
Uyen is a Vietnamese name derived from the Sino-Vietnamese character 媛 (meaning 'beautiful, graceful') or 雲 ('cloud'), though the exact root varies. It has been used in Vietnam, particularly for girls, since the late 20th century. The name gained modest popularity in the United States among Vietnamese-American families.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Uyên
Sibling names for Uyen
Names that share Uyen's style, for a brother or sister.
