Phuoc
A boy's name of Vietnamese origin with 135 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
When Phuoc hit its peak of 11 births in 1985, American naming was shifting away from mid-century classics toward more individualistic, expressive choices.
Today, Phuoc reads as a name tied to a specific era — which is exactly what draws some parents to it.
Phuoc is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Phuoc is a boy's baby name of Vietnamese origin meaning 'happiness' or 'good fortune.' It is one of the most auspicious names in Vietnamese culture, representing the wish for a blessed and prosperous life.
In Vietnamese naming tradition, single-syllable names like Phuoc are often combined with a middle name to create a full given name. The name is ubiquitous in Vietnam and among the Vietnamese diaspora globally, carrying universal positive meaning that transcends cultural boundaries.
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Phuoc is built from 5 letters and one syllable — a mid-length form that balances memorability with distinctiveness. Within the Vietnamese naming tradition, this brevity is common among names that have been worn down through centuries of use, shedding syllables along the way.
The interplay of consonants and vowels in Phuoc creates its characteristic sharp, distinct quality. One-syllable names stand out for their directness. Every sound carries weight, making pronunciation and first impressions immediate.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Phuoc has 18+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1979.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 5 | #12741 | ▼ |
| 1990s | 46 | #7081 | ▼ |
| 1980s | 79 | #5466 | ▲ |
| 1970s | 5 | #6796 | — |
The Story of Phuoc
A Millennial name
Peaking in 1985, Phuoc is a Millennial-era classic. Boys named Phuoc are most likely born between 1979 and 1995.
How rare is Phuoc?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Phuoc is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1979, peaked in the 1980s with 79 births that decade, and has since become a rare, vintage choice.
Phuoc by the numbers
- Would fill 3 school buses
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(18 years, 1979–2004)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 5 | #12741 |
| 1997 | 6 | #8974 |
| 1994 | 7 | #7544 |
| 1993 | 8 | #6664 |
| 1992 | 6 | #8199 |
| 1991 | 10 | #5404 |
| 1990 | 9 | #5701 |
| 1989 | 7 | #6748 |
| 1988 | 5 | #8199 |
| 1987 | 8 | #5325 |
| 1986 | 6 | #6518 |
| 1985 | 11 | #3980 |
| 1984 | 10 | #4137 |
| 1983 | 8 | #4804 |
| 1982 | 9 | #4497 |
| 1981 | 9 | #4405 |
| 1980 | 6 | #6046 |
| 1979 | 5 | #6796 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1979–2004