Unisex Name
Thanh
tʰajŋ̟˧˧
tʰan˧˧
Overview
Gender
feminine & masculine
Origin
Categories
blue
colors
green
music
noise
top 10 in Vietnam
youth
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
77/100
classic100%
formal65%
wholesome120%
refined65%
strange100%
simple80%
Meaning & Etymology
The name Thanh originates from Sino-Vietnamese, derived from the characters 青 (thanh) meaning 'blue, green, young' or 聲 (thanh) meaning 'sound, voice, tone'. It carries connotations of youth, vitality, and harmony, reflecting its cultural significance in Vietnamese naming traditions.
Etymology
Original Form:
Sino-Vietnamese
Evolution:
The name evolved from Chinese characters adapted into Vietnamese phonetics and cultural context, retaining its original meanings while integrating into Vietnamese naming practices.
Source:
Sino-Vietnamese linguistic and cultural exchange