Water
A common Vietnamese name that translates directly to water. In Vietnamese culture, it is often associated with the element of water in the five elements (Wu Xing), symbolizing fluidity, gentleness, and persistence. It is frequently used as a middle name or part of a compound name.
Less common today
Thuy isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,730 in 1991.
Vietnamese-American actress known for playing the Yellow Ranger
Fashion designer and co-founder of the label United Bamboo
Emmy Award-winning journalist and news anchor
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
