What does Quynh mean and where does it come from?
Quynh (written as 'Quỳnh' in Vietnamese) is a common name in Vietnam and is associated with beauty and grace. The name often symbolizes purity and elegance, as night-blooming flowers tend to be rare and beautiful. It is a popular choice for girls in Vietnamese culture and often has literary connotat
Cultural significance
Quynh has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Vietnam-speaking communities, where it reflects values of night-blooming flower.
Peak popularity
Reached #4954 in 1981 — currently #10136 in the US.
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Browse names →What middle names flow best with Quynh?
Quynh works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Quynh Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Quynh Rose
Floral · soft ending
Quynh Mae
Sweet · timeless
Quynh Claire
French influence · crisp
Quynh Jane
Literary · strong
Quynh Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Quynh right now?
Rising fast — up 1850 spots — currently #10136 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2023 | #10136 | 10 | ▲ up 1850 · +25% births |
| 2022 | #11986 | 8 | ▲ up 5109 · +60% births |
| 2021 | #17095 | 5 | ▼ down 3301 · -17% births |
| 2020 | #13794 | 6 | ▼ down 1612 · -25% births |
| 2015 | #12182 | 8 | ▲ up 5485 · +60% births |
| 2010 | #17667 | 5 | ▼ down 8567 · -58% births |
| 2005 | #9100 | 12 | ▲ up 3256 · +71% births |
| 2000 | #12356 | 7 | ▲ up 2015 · +40% births |
| 1995 | #14371 | 5 | ▼ down 5315 · -29% births |
| 1980 | #9056 | 7 | — |
The story of Quynh
Quynh is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1980. With 294 total births recorded, Quynh remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #9056 in 1980, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10136 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Quynh in 1981:
Quynh by decade
Quynh peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1980s | 49 | |
| 1990s | 75 | |
| 2000s ★ | 96 | |
| 2010s | 68 | |
| 2020s | 6 | |
💎Quynh has only 294 total recorded births since 1980 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
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Common questions about the name Quynh
What does the name Quynh mean?
Quynh means "Night-blooming flower" — a name rooted in Vietnam tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Quynh?
Quynh is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Quynh have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Quynh?
Quynh originates from Vietnam tradition. Vietnam names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How does Quynh sound with different last names?
As a one-syllable name, Quynh flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Quynh ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.
Is Quynh trending right now?
Quynh is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.