Duy
Duy is a boy's name of Vietnamese origin.
Meaning
Wisdom, intellect, or singular/unique.
Origin and history
Duy is a traditional Vietnamese male given name that signifies wisdom, intellect, or uniqueness. It is relatively rare in the United States, primarily used within Vietnamese-American communities. The name carries a modern, short, and distinct sound in English-speaking environments.
Popularity in the United States
827 babies in the United States have been named Duy since 1880. It ranks #3849 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1917.
States where it is most popular
- CA (66.4 %)
- TX (25.7 %)
- LA (6.1 %)
- OR (1.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 28 |
| 1980-1990 | 364 |
| 1990-2000 | 238 |
| 2000-2010 | 138 |
| 2010-2019 | 49 |
| 2020-2029 | 10 |
Fun facts
- The name Duy derives from a Sino-Vietnamese root associated with preservation and intellect.
- Duy has been registered in official U.S. birth data for over 800 boys since 1880, peaking in the late 20th century.