Phu
boy namePhu entered the US charts in 1980, peaked at #2596 in 1982, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1980–2025
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rank today
#2596
peak (1982)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #3856 |
| 1990s | #5926 |
| 2000s | #9276 |
| 2010s | #11448 |
| 2020s | #10863 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Phu are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Phu alive today was born around 1991, making them about 34 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Phu in 2025?
- Phu is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Phu most popular?
- Phu peaked in 1982, reaching #2596 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Phu with classmates?
- Phu will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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