Ánh Dương is a girl's name of Vietnamese origin meaning “The name means 'sunlight' or 'ray of sunshine', reflecting warmth, positivity, and brightness in one's life..” It has 3 syllables, giving it an elegant, melodic rhythm. Common nicknames include Ánh, Dương. As of 2025, Ánh Dương ranks #69 among girls' names in the United States and has held a steady level of popularity. Its highest US ranking was #62 in 2021.
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ʔaɲ̟ jɨəŋ
Phonetic spelling
Currently #69 among US baby names.
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Ánh Dương means “The name means 'sunlight' or 'ray of sunshine', reflecting warmth, positivity, and brightness in one's life..” It is a girl's name of Vietnamese origin.
Ánh Dương is pronounced ʔaɲ̟ jɨəŋ.
Ánh Dương is most commonly used as a girl's name.
Ánh Dương currently ranks #69 among girls' names in the United States.
Popular nicknames for Ánh Dương include Ánh, Dương.
Middle names that pair well with Ánh Dương include Ánh Dương Hà, Ánh Dương Trâm.
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