Veasna

“The moon.” — Symbolizes calmness and serenity

Cambodia origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#1364US 2023

836Births / yr

→Stable

146All-time births

📅 Since 198200

How to pronounce Veasna

VEE·AZN·AH

/ˈviː.ˈæzn.ˈɑ/ · stress on VEE · 4 syllables

“The moon.”

Symbolizes calmness and serenity · Cambodia origin

What does Veasna mean and where does it come from?

Veasna is primarily of Khmer origin, meaning 'the moon.' It reflects the cultural significance of celestial bodies within Cambodian traditions. It is a name that symbolizes calmness and serenity, associated with the light and beauty of the moon. In contemporary contexts, it can also be found among C

Cultural significance

Veasna has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Cambodia-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the moon..

Peak popularity

Reached #2971 in 1982 — currently #1364 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Veasna?

Veasna works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Veasna Grace

How popular is Veasna right now?

Holding steady — currently #1364 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2023#1364 · Top 1.0%

1985

1990

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1364	836	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1369	816	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2021	#1374	786	▲ up 7571 · +15620% births
1990	#8945	5	▼ down 5546 · -64% births
1985	#3399	14	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Veasna

Best Year2023Rank #1364

Peak Count836

Average Rank#3290

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1985 - 20235 years

The story of Veasna

Veasna is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1982. With 146 total births recorded, Veasna remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #3399 in 1985 to #1364 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Veasna in 1982:

Michael Christopher Matthew Jason David

Veasna by decade

Veasna peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1980s ★	94
1990s	38
2000s	14

💎Veasna has only 146 total recorded births since 1982 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Veasna?

Common

VeaVeieVeyAsna

What names sound and feel like Veasna?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Veasna also consider these

English · divine, heavenly

Vesta

Roman Empire · goddess of the

Krisna

India · black, dark

Hussna

Germanic · A Germanic name

Vearl

American · A variation of

How is Veasna written in other languages?

វាសនា

Khmer

Common questions about the name Veasna

What does the name Veasna mean?

Veasna means "The moon." — a name rooted in Cambodia 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 Veasna?

Veasna is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Veasna?

Veasna originates from Cambodia tradition. Cambodia names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Veasna?

Veasna is a four-syllable name pronounced V IY1 AE1 Z N AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Veasna?

Veasna pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Cambodia heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.