Nguyen
Boy nameNguyen has been given to 599 babies in the U.S. since 1975. It peaked in 1982. In 2025, about 1 in 341,615 boys was named Nguyen.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
599
Peak year
1982 (29 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1975
10-year trend
▼ -50%
Gender split
20% girls / 80% boys
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Nguyen.
Sibling name ideas for Nguyen
Same era and popularity as Nguyen, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Nguyen?
Nguyen has been given to 599 babies in the U.S. since 1975. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Nguyen peak?
Nguyen peaked in 1982, when 29 babies were given the name.
Is Nguyen a girl or boy name?
Nguyen is primarily a boy name (80% of babies named Nguyen are boys).
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