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Origin: Vietnamese

Meaning: Blue, green; Sound, voice, tone

Connect baby with their roots by naming them Thanh. This gender-neutral moniker has Vietnamese roots and derives from two Sino-Vietnamese characters. One of the meanings is “blue” or “green,” reminding you of their bright and beautiful eyes. Another root signifies “sound,” “voice,” or “tone,” hinting that your little one may have a sonorous singing voice in the future. A famous namesake is Emperor Thành Thái, who reigned from 1889 to 1907 and was known as a man of the people. It is said he used to sneak out of the Forbidden City dressed as a civilian to mingle with the people, learning about their opinions. With such a profound history and wonderful symbolism behind their name, baby Thanh will feel lucky to be so linked to their heritage.