Flower
Phoua is a traditional Hmong name that directly translates to flower. It is a common and beloved choice within Hmong communities, symbolizing beauty and natural growth. Like many Hmong names, it is often chosen for its poetic simplicity and connection to the natural world.
Less common today
Phoua isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,503 in 1990.
Hmong-American textile artist and cultural advocate
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
