Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Anh originates from Vietnamese culture, meaning brightness or intellect. Its language evolution has included historical forms like An and Anh. It is associated with positive traits such as intelligence. There is no biblical relevance. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century with the spread of Vietnamese communities globally.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ɑːŋ/
Origin
Vietnamese
Etymology
The name Anh in Vietnamese can mean 'brightness' or 'intellect', depending on the characters used in writing.
Meaning
brightness, intellect
Language Evolution
An, Anh
Historical Usage
The name Anh has been used in Vietnam for many years and became more widely known outside of Vietnam in the late 20th century due to globalization and Vietnamese diaspora.
Variants & Derivatives
An, Anh, Anh Tuấn, Nguyễn Anh
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Anh is currently popular among Vietnamese people and is often associated with intelligence and brightness.
Famous People
Anh Do, Anh Quang, Anh Khoa
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 98 peak births in 1983
Geographic Spread
Popular across 9 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
🔊 Alternative Spellings & Similar Sounds (2 Variations)
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4771st of 10718 | 74 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2729th of 16616 | 357 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7781st of 24088 | 135 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6920th of 23106 | 140 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6125th of 19264 | 124 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2586th of 27321 | 699 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4531st of 35406 | 473 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5697th of 30306 | 266 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
64.38% 2265th/3518 |
48.64% 1967th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
42.66% 2216th/5194 |
26.06% 1646th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
53.91% 4023rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
56.56% 3550th/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
88.63% 3118th/3518 |
64.61% 2613th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
43.24% 2246th/5194 |
23.52% 1486th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
49.50% 3620th/7313 |
35.71% 2665th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
84.54% 5767th/6822 |
54.38% 3413th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in California across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4771st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2729th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7781st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6920th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6125th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2586th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4531st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5697th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.