Traditional Vietnamese Names

Bright, intelligent, heroic, flower

Precious treasure; jewel; package; bubble

Jade, green stone

Orange (fruit), sweet

Scenery, view, watchful

Pearl, gem, or continent; representing beauty, value, or vastness.

Branch, will, spirit, or energy

Public, fair, achievement, intelligent, clever, or prosperous

Strength, power, vigor

Fame, reputation

Star, often symbolizing guidance, hope, and beauty.

To achieve, reach, succeed; also soil or land

Charm, grace, beautiful

Electricity, field, or sometimes 'to present'

Summit, peak, court, palace

Group, unite, fortune, or red

Virtue, moral, good, admirable

Sun, road, vast, male, virile

River

Ruler, king, leader

Good conduct, fortune, apricot

Great, vast, numerous, brave, heroic

Gentle, good, virtuous, or often associated with a mythical bird

Filial piety, respect, understanding

Flower, blossom; can also mean peace or harmony

Memory, yearning, ambition, or longing

Royal, yellow, emperor

Heroic, prosperous, outstanding

Fragrance, perfume, aroma

Star, beautiful, noble

Firm, strong, build

Gold, golden; also 'brave' or 'righteous' in Korean; 'noble' or 'royal' in Vietnamese

A short, traditional Marshallese name with various potential meanings, often related to natural elements.

Pear, tear, courtesy, or sometimes 'lion' or 'to separate'

Lotus, connection, or continuous

Spirit, soul, intelligent, pure, essence

Dragon, symbolizing power, strength, and good fortune

good, beautiful, dance, plum

Bright, intelligent, clear

beautiful; America

Jade, jewel, precious stone

Origin, beginning; a common Vietnamese surname.

Small, second, child

Velvet

Peaceful, serene, calm, tranquil

Blessing, happiness, good fortune, prosperity

Phoenix, direction

Bright, clear, glorious, light, brilliant