Old, ancient, or to exhibit
In Vietnamese, Tran (TrαΊ§n) is a major surname that is also used as a given name. It historically refers to the Tran Dynasty, which ruled Vietnam for nearly two centuries, and etymologically relates to the concept of being ancient or displaying something clearly.
Less common today
Tran isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,859 in 1993.
Vietnamese-born actress known for The Scent of Green Papaya
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
