Thuy
Meaning: Water — a name of beauty and strength
Origin: French
Gender: Girl
Rank in France: #3708
Total births: 269
History: France treasures Thuy as a name linked to Jean-Luc Godard's New Wave films and the allure of Montmartre's cobbled streets. It rose to prominence during the court of Louis XIV and continues to inspire, much like a rustic cassoulet.
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Every number here comes directly from France’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2013) | #6071 |
| Babies named Thuy in 2013 | 3 |
| Total recorded in France | 238 |
| Peak year | 1984 (16 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #972 |
| Years in records | 1955–2013 (39 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 296 spots |
Frequently asked about Thuy
What does the name Thuy mean?
Thuy means “Water — a name of beauty and strength” from French roots.
What is the origin of the name Thuy?
Thuy has French origin. The traditional meaning is “Water — a name of beauty and strength”.
How popular is Thuy in France?
Thuy ranked #6071 in France in 2013 — given to 3 babies that year.
When was Thuy most popular?
Thuy peaked in 1984 with 16 babies registered that year in France.
Is Thuy a boy or girl name?
Thuy is predominantly a girls' name in France — over 90% of Thuys in registered births are female.
Is the name Thuy rising or falling in popularity?
Thuy has risen 296 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in France — from #6367 in 2008 to #6071 in 2013.
How long has Thuy been recorded in France?
Thuy appears in birth records in France across 39 years — from 1955 through 2013.